Bleached Cross Twill Polyester-Cotton Poplin Alternative from Canada
Bleached cross twill fabric mimicking poplin texture but with 3/4-thread weave, polyester staple mainly with cotton at 165 g/m². HTS 5513.12.00.00 due to twill (not plain weave poplin per note a) and fiber/weight specs in Chapter 55. Used for blended dress shirts.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document non-square construction to exclude from broadcloth/poplin definitions
• Pitfall: Over 170 g/m² tips to 5514.12