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Cotton-Linen Broadcloth Table Linen Fabric

Broadcloth plain weave fabric, bleached, 65% flax/25% cotton/10% acrylic, 190 g/m² for tablecloths, not square construction. Subject to 5309.21.30.05 as poplin/broadcloth with cotton-MMF under 85% flax limit.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.9%+37.5%44.4%
🇲🇽Mexico6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇨🇦Canada6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5309Same rate: 44.4%

If dyed, printed, or otherwise finished

Post-bleach processing excludes from unbleached/bleached subheadings.

6302Lower: 20.9% vs 44.4%

If imported as finished table linen (made-up)

Completed household articles classified in Chapter 63 by type.

5209.42.00Higher: 45.9% vs 44.4%

If of cotton yarns with minor flax

Predominant cotton composition directs to Chapter 52 duck/plain weave fabrics.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm average yarn number >26 if over 200 g/m² to qualify as poplin per statistical note (b)(ii)

• Document end-use as fabric (not made-up articles) to prevent Chapter 63 classification

• Batch test for fiber content accuracy; discrepancies lead to penalties