Heavyweight Cotton Plaid Work Shirt Fabric

This is a durable woven cotton fabric weighing over 200 g/m², featuring yarns of different colors in a plaid pattern, classified under HTS 5212.24.60 as other woven fabrics of cotton not specifically provided for elsewhere. It is commonly used for work shirts and jackets due to its strength and color variation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.8%+35.0%42.8%
🇲🇽Mexico7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇨🇦Canada7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇩🇪Germany7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇯🇵Japan7.8%+10.0%17.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5212.14.60Same rate: 42.8%

If printed rather than yarn-dyed

Printed fabrics fall under 5212.14 regardless of yarn color, as color is applied post-weaving.

5209.42.00Higher: 43.4% vs 42.8%

If denim (3/4-thread twill, warp one color, weft lighter)

Denim has specific subheading 5209.42; does not qualify as 'other' under 5212.

5212.25.60Lower: 35% vs 42.8%

If weighing 170-200 g/m²

Weight threshold determines subheading; lighter fabrics go to 5212.25.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide mill test certificates to confirm classification

Declare exact yarn color composition and average yarn number per US Note (a) to avoid reclassification

Watch for denim-like twill weaves; they may shift to 5209.42 if meeting specific warp/weft color criteria