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Multi-Color Poly-Cotton Broadcloth

A lightweight broadcloth with 70% polyester staple fibers mixed with 30% cotton, 140 g/m², featuring yarns of various colors for patterned effects. Classified under HTS 5513.31.00.00 for its plain weave, sub-85% synthetic content mainly with cotton, and low weight. Not square construction, qualifying as broadcloth per chapter notes.

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.

5208.52.40Lower: 46.4% vs 49.9%

If predominantly cotton (≥85% cotton)

If cotton dominates, it moves to Chapter 52 plain weave cotton fabrics mixed solely with synthetics.

5513.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If unbleached or bleached, single color yarns

Lacks 'different colors' feature, so classifies under plain weave subheadings for uncolored yarns.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 49.9%

If coated or laminated for industrial use

Textile fabrics with surface treatments like coating shift to Chapter 59 man-made coated fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed yarn count and construction specs to distinguish from sheeting or printcloth

Ensure country-of-origin marking complies with textile rules for blended fabrics

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain polyester-cotton blends from specific origins

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