Polyester Oxford Poplin Alternative Cloth from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• ,Use commercial invoices specifying 'Oxford cloth (227)' to match statistical suffix
• Batch test for fiber purity to dodge reclassification pitfalls