Bleached Poplin Blend for Hotel Uniforms

Bleached polyester-cotton poplin broadcloth >170 g/m² (<85% poly staple), classified HTS 5514.11.0020 matching statistical poplin weave criteria. For hotel staff shirts and smocks.

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.

5513.41.00Same rate: 49.9%

If 85%+ polyester staple dyed

Synthetic dominant dyed in 5513.

5211.43.00Lower: 43.1% vs 49.9%

If yarn-dyed 85%+ cotton

Cotton yarn-dyed in Chapter 52.

5906.99.10.00Lower: 37.7% vs 49.9%

If rubberized for protective uniforms

Impregnated textiles to Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include care labeling for wrinkle-resistant claims

Validate yarn number >26 to exclude note (a)(ii)

Group shipments by color state to simplify entries

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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.

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.

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.