Unbleached Polyester Broadcloth

Plain weave unbleached broadcloth-style polyester fabric weighing 150 g/m², 92% non-textured filaments, fits HTS 5407.61.99.05 as other flat fabric since it doesn't meet broadcloth exclusion criteria for yarn number and density. Commonly used for shirts and linings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.69Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If mixed with other synthetic filaments

Blends under 85% polyester go to other polyester filament subheadings.

6006.22Lower: 20% vs 49.9%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted polyester fabrics are classified in Chapter 60, not woven Chapter 54.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 49.9%

If coated or laminated with plastics

Textile fabrics with plastic coating shift to heading 5903.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test average yarn number to ensure it doesn't qualify for broadcloth exclusion, maintaining 'other' status

Include production records showing unbleached state and filament composition for smooth clearance

Watch for common pitfall of incorrect weave declaration leading to Chapter 55 misrouting

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This is a plain weave unbleached polyester fabric weighing 140 g/m², containing 90% non-textured polyester filaments, classified as a flat fabric under HTS 5407.61.99.05 due to its construction not meeting poplin exclusions and being under 170 g/m². It is used for lightweight apparel linings and blouses.

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Plain weave unbleached polyester interfacing at 120 g/m², 93% non-textured filaments, HTS 5407.61.99.05 flat fabric for garment support not excluded. Used in collars and cuffs.

Bleached Polyester Scarf Fabric

Light bleached polyester flat weave 135 g/m², 90% filaments, under HTS 5407.61.99.05 as non-excluded flat. For fashion scarves and shawls.