Mixed Flax Printcloth 315 for Shirting

A 315-type printcloth with 70% flax, 20% cotton, 10% viscose, plain weave under 200 g/m², 50 singles yarns/cm² square construction, uncombed. Classified under 5309.29.30.15 due to <85% flax, cotton/man-made mix, and precise printcloth specs per notes (b)-(d). Ideal for lightweight shirting and dresses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5309.29.40Same rate: 35%

If not subject to cotton restraints

Absence of cotton quota applicability shifts to non-restraint mixed flax fabrics.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If man-made fibers exceed 50% with printed finish

Predominant man-made content classifies under synthetic woven fabrics per material composition.

5208.52.30Higher: 41% vs 35%

If sold as printed cotton fabric with incidental flax

If perceived primarily as cotton printcloth, falls to Chapter 52 despite flax presence.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit lab tests confirming average yarn number 43-68 and >33 singles yarns/cm² to avoid reclassification

Track cotton content for restraint quotas; excess may invoke additional tariffs or visas

Document selvage exclusion in weave specs as per note (a) to prevent disputes