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Unbleached Nylon Staple Oxford Cloth

Unbleached Oxford weave fabric from 88% nylon staple fibers, not of square construction and meeting statistical criteria for Oxford (weight >170 g/m², yarn number >26). HTS 5512.91.00.70 applies due to high synthetic staple fiber content and specific cloth type. Used in workwear and casual shirting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+37.5%52.4%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%—14.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%—14.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5514Lower: 21% vs 52.4%

If printed or finished beyond bleaching

Printing moves to 'printed' woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers in 5514.

5210.21Lower: 25% vs 52.4%

If woven with cotton warp and synthetic staple filling <85%

Cotton base fabrics with synthetic filling classify under Chapter 52 cotton weaves.

5112.19Lower: 37.5% vs 52.4%

If made from synthetic staple fibers but with wool content >50%

Predominant wool shifts to Chapter 51 man-made staple fiber fabrics with wool.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit yarn analysis reports proving staple fiber (not filament) construction to avoid Chapter 54 misclassification

• Document plain weave with basket pattern photos for customs verification of Oxford type

• Ensure no napping that might qualify as broadcloth if under statistical note exclusions