Bleached Broadcloth for Tailored Apparel

Bleached broadcloth of polyester staple (78%) mainly with cotton, 152 g/m² plain weave, broadcloth per notes excluding heavy/low yarn types. Under HTS 5513.11.00.20 for poplin or broadcloth specs. For tailored shirts and jackets.

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.

5513.23Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If yarn-dyed

Yarn-dyed polyester-cotton plain weaves in 5513.23.

4801.00Lower: 10% vs 49.9%

If paper yarn blended

Paper yarn inclusion shifts to pulp Chapter 48.

6210.40Lower: 16.2% vs 49.9%

If cut and sewn into garments

Completed apparel from man-made fibers in Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide construction diagrams showing plain weave to affirm broadcloth status

Watch for blended imports; separate pure cotton rolls avoid mix confusion

Comply with UFLPA if from certain origins for forced labor checks

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Unbleached Poplin Fabric for Dress Shirts

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Poplin Weave Polyester-Cotton for Casual Wear

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Broadcloth Poly-Cotton Blend for Uniforms

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