Modacrylic Oxford Shirt Fabric

A durable oxford weave fabric composed of 92% modacrylic staple fibers, balanced for square-like construction but classified as oxford per 227 notation, weighing 180 gsm. It fits HTS 5512.29.0045 due to high modacrylic content and plain weave style not matching sheeting exclusions. Ideal for men's dress shirts requiring flame resistance.

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.

5516.42.00Same rate: 47%

If yarn-dyed and for specific apparel end-use

Yarn-dyed synthetic staple fabrics for knitwear or specific uses move to Chapter 55 subheadings in 5516.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 47%

If coated or laminated with polyurethane

Textile fabrics impregnated or coated with plastics are reclassified to Chapter 59.

5210.21Lower: 22.5% vs 47%

If containing 85%+ cotton instead of synthetics

Similar oxford weaves from cotton staple fibers fall under Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include flame retardancy certifications if marketed for protective clothing to support modacrylic classification

Document average yarn number to differentiate from broadcloth exclusions over 170 gsm with yarn 26 or lower

Label rolls clearly with width and weight to prevent confusion with bulk packaging under different headings

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Acrylic Oxford Poplin Fabric

This is a plain weave oxford cloth made from 100% acrylic staple fibers, weighing approximately 150 gsm with uneven yarn counts fitting the poplin definition under chapter 55 notes. It qualifies for HTS 5512.29.0045 as oxford cloth containing 85% or more acrylic staple fibers, used commonly for lightweight apparel linings. The fabric's construction excludes it from lighter sparse weaves like cheesecloth.

Acrylic Oxford Upholstery Cloth

Heavyweight oxford cloth from 88% acrylic staple fibers, weighing 220 gsm, designed for upholstery with napped finish but plain weave base. Classified under HTS 5512.29.0045 as oxford (227) with predominant acrylic content, excluding multiple/cabled yarn sheeting types. Provides fade-resistant covering for furniture.

Fire-Resistant Modacrylic Oxford Fabric

Specialty oxford cloth with 95% modacrylic staple fibers for industrial safety apparel, 190 gsm, plain weave not of square construction per notes. HTS 5512.29.0045 applies due to acrylic/modacrylic dominance and oxford designation (227). Used in protective workwear for flame retardancy.

Acrylic Oxford Dress Lining

Lightweight 140 gsm oxford weave from 87% acrylic staple fibers, plain weave with more than 33 ends/picks per cm but not printcloth specs. Fits HTS 5512.29.0045 as oxford cloth (227) for lining applications in formal dresses. Napped surface enhances drape and durability.

Heavy Acrylic Oxford Curtain Fabric

210 gsm oxford cloth of 90% acrylic staple fibers, plain weave excluding cabled yarns per sheeting note (b)(ii), designated as (227). HTS 5512.29.0045 covers this for home decor use like curtains. Offers UV resistance and easy care.

Modacrylic Oxford Workwear Twill

Although termed oxford, this 175 gsm plain weave modacrylic (89%) fabric has subtle twill-like accents but fits (227) per customs. HTS 5512.29.0045 for high modacrylic staple content. Suited for durable work pants.