Bleached 65/35 Poly-Cotton Broadcloth
Specific 65% polyester staple / 35% cotton broadcloth, bleached, plain weave >170 g/m², fits HTS 5514.11.0020 as poplin/broadcloth with proper yarn number exclusion. Popular for uniforms and linens.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If polyester staple exceeds 85%
High synthetic content classifies as predominantly synthetic staple fabric.
If >=85% cotton plain weave unbleached
Cotton-dominant shifts to Chapter 52 unbleached plains.
If tire cord fabric treated
Special industrial treatments like rubberizing move to Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Attach detailed blend labels (e.g
• 65/35) and test reports for CBP scrutiny
• Confirm no napping if declared, as statistical notes exclude certain napped types
• Pre-classify via binding ruling for high-volume imports
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Polyester-Cotton Poplin Broadcloth Fabric
This is a plain weave poplin or broadcloth fabric weighing over 170 g/m², made from less than 85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, unbleached or bleached. It fits HTS 5514.11.0020 due to its specific construction not of square weave, average yarn number above 26, and polyester-cotton blend exceeding the weight threshold. Commonly used for apparel and upholstery.
Bleached Polyester-Cotton Broadcloth for Shirts
Bleached plain weave broadcloth fabric over 170 g/m², with polyester staple fibers under 85% mixed primarily with cotton, classified under HTS 5514.11.0020 for its poplin/broadcloth structure per statistical note (a). Ideal for dress shirts and formal blouses requiring crisp texture.
Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Poplin for Workwear
Unbleached poplin fabric weighing more than 170 g/m², plain weave of polyester staple (<85%) mainly with cotton, matching HTS 5514.11.0020 as broadcloth excluding low yarn number or light weights per note (a)(ii). Used in durable work uniforms and trousers.
Polyester-Cotton Poplin Sheet Alternative Fabric
This plain weave fabric >170 g/m² of <85% polyester staple mainly with cotton is classified as poplin/broadcloth under HTS 5514.11.0020, distinguished from sheeting by non-square construction and yarn specs per note (a). Used where broadcloth texture is needed over sheeting.
Industrial Poly-Cotton Poplin for Aprons
Unbleached poplin broadcloth >170 g/m² from polyester staple (<85%) with cotton, HTS 5514.11.0020 for plain weave matching note (a)(ii) exclusions. Designed for heavy-duty aprons and protective gear.
Custom Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Roll Goods
Bleached plain weave broadcloth rolls >170 g/m², <85% polyester staple mainly cotton, precisely HTS 5514.11.0020 per poplin definition excluding light/low-yarn fabrics. For bespoke tailoring.