Polyester Oxford Poplin Alternative Cloth

Bleached 92% polyester staple fiber Oxford cloth designed for shirting, with basketweave exceeding poplin/broadcloth specs (weight 230 g/m², yarn >26). Fits HTS 5512.91.00.70 as unbleached/bleached Oxford per Chapter 55 notes. Popular for dress shirts and blouses.

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.

5516.41.00Same rate: 49.9%

If made into finished narrow width (<30cm) fabrics

Narrow-woven fabrics fall under 5516 regardless of processing.

5408.21.00Same rate: 49.9%

If from textured synthetic filament rather than staple

Filament-based Oxford classifies in Chapter 54 woven fabrics.

5902.10.00Lower: 40.8% vs 49.9%

If impregnated with rubber for conveyor belts

Rubber treatment moves to Chapter 59 tire cord/over tire fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

,Use commercial invoices specifying 'Oxford cloth (227)' to match statistical suffix

Batch test for fiber purity to dodge reclassification pitfalls