Heavy Polyester-Cotton Cross Twill Workwear Fabric

This durable cross twill fabric exceeds 170 g/m², mixed mainly with cotton and less than 85% polyester staple fibers, incorporating yarns of different colors for camouflage or striped effects. Classified in HTS 5514.30.32.80 for its 3/4-thread twill (including cross), heavy weight, specific fiber blend, and multi-color yarns per Chapter 55 definitions. Suited for industrial uniforms and bags.

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.

5514Same rate: 49.9%

If 2-thread twill weave

Only 3/4-thread twills are in .30; 2-thread moves to adjacent twill subheading in 5514.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If polyester is filament yarns

Filament synthetic yarns classify in Chapter 54, not staple fibers of Chapter 55.

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 49.9%

If rubberized for technical uses

Rubber or plastic impregnation shifts to Chapter 59 textile articles, excluding plain woven fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document staple fiber length and crimp to distinguish from filament yarns, avoiding shift to Chapter 54

For workwear end-use, provide invoices showing fabric-only import; finished garments risk Chapter 62 reclass

Test for shrinkage and colorfastness; US customs may require proof against poplin/broadcloth misclassification

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Polyester-Cotton 3-Thread Twill Upholstery Fabric

This heavy-weight woven fabric, exceeding 170 g/m², consists of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, featuring a 3-thread twill weave in yarns of different colors. It is classified under HTS 5514.30.32.80 due to its specific composition (less than 85% polyester), weight, twill structure, and multi-colored yarns, distinguishing it from plain weaves or lighter fabrics in Chapter 55. Commonly used for durable furniture coverings.

Multi-Color Poly-Cotton Twill Curtain Fabric

A robust 3-thread twill fabric over 170 g/m², blending polyester staple fibers (<85%) mainly with cotton, using yarns of different colors for vibrant patterns. Fits HTS 5514.30.32.80 precisely due to its weight, mixed fiber composition, twill weave of polyester staples, and colored yarn variation, ideal for heavy-duty window treatments. Excludes lighter or plain weave alternatives per Chapter 55 notes.

Striped Poly-Cotton 4-Thread Twill Bag Fabric

Woven 4-thread twill fabric over 170 g/m² with yarns of different colors creating stripes, composed of polyester staples (<85%) mixed mainly or solely with cotton. Meets HTS 5514.30.32.80 criteria for 'other' heavy multi-color twill weaves of polyester-cotton blends in Chapter 55. Popular for tote bags and backpacks.

Checked Polyester-Cotton Heavy Twill Lining

Cross twill fabric >170 g/m² with checked pattern from different color yarns, less than 85% polyester staple mixed with cotton. Classed in HTS 5514.30.32.80 for its twill type, weight, fiber blend, and color variation per Chapter 55 statistical notes excluding lighter plain weaves. For jacket linings and heavy apparel.

Plaid Heavyweight Poly-Cotton Twill

Plaid-patterned 4-thread cross twill fabric weighing over 170 g/m², with polyester staples (<85%) mixed solely with cotton using different colored yarns. Falls under HTS 5514.30.32.80 as other polyester staple twill-cotton mixes of different colors, per Chapter 55 hierarchy excluding sheeting or cheesecloth. Used for tablecloths and upholstery.

Camouflage Poly-Cotton Cross Twill Canvas

Camouflage cross twill canvas >170 g/m² from yarns of different colors, polyester staple fibers <85% with cotton. HTS 5514.30.32.80 covers this military-grade 'other' twill due to composition, weight, and color per Chapter 55. For tents and gear.