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Unbleached High-Density Polyester Broadcloth

Unbleached plain weave broadcloth-style fabric, 85%+ polyester staple fibers, non-square construction avoiding poplin exclusions. Classed in HTS 5512.11.00 for basic state polyester wovens. Suited for shirt collars and uniform components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.32.40Lower: 44.7% vs 47%

If predominantly cotton with polyester

Cotton staple fiber base changes to Chapter 52 if over 50% cotton.

5513.11.00Higher: 49.9% vs 47%

If 85%+ acrylic staple instead

Other synthetic staple types like acrylic have separate polyester subheadings.

6217.90.90Lower: 32.1% vs 47%

If cut into made-up accessories

Made-up textile articles from synthetic fabrics fall under Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit yarn number and g/m² certs to confirm not excluded from poplin/broadcloth defs

Use commercial invoices specifying 'greige unbleached' for rate optimization

Watch for finishing; any color addition bumps to 5512.19.00

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Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric

This plain weave fabric, containing over 85% polyester staple fibers, is unbleached and meets poplin specifications with non-square construction and weight exceeding 170 g/m² using finer yarns. Classified under HTS 5512.11.00 due to its high polyester staple fiber content and unbleached state. Ideal for lightweight apparel linings and blouses.

Bleached Polyester Sheeting Fabric

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Bleached Polyester Cheesecloth Substitute

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Bleached Polyester Bedding Sheeting

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Unbleached Polyester Apparel Lining

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