Polyester-Cotton Poplin Workwear Fabric
This plain weave fabric weighs 200 g/m², containing 60% polyester staple fibers and 40% cotton, with yarns of different colors forming subtle patterns. It qualifies under HTS 5514.30.33.90 as a polyester-cotton blend exceeding 170 g/m², not meeting poplin exclusions due to its weight and yarn construction. Commonly used for durable work shirts and uniforms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing <85% cotton with polyester as secondary fiber
Swaps to Chapter 52 if cotton-dominant, changing primary material heading despite similar weave and weight.
If using polyester filament yarns instead of staple fibers
Filament yarns (Chapter 54) vs staple fibers (Chapter 55) shifts classification based on yarn production method.
If all yarns are of uniform color
Solid color yarns fall under a different statistical suffix within the same heading, altering duty rates.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% polyester and exact blend ratios for Chapter 55 classification
• Provide mill certificates showing yarn types and weight >170 g/m² to avoid reclassification as lighter fabrics
• Label color yarn composition clearly to distinguish from solid color subheadings under 5514.30
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Heathered Poly-Cotton Denim-Like Fabric
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Striped Polyester-Cotton Curtain Fabric
210 g/m² woven fabric with 55% polyester staple fibers and cotton, striped via yarns of different colors. Classifies to HTS 5514.30.33.90 as a heavy mixed weave not fitting lighter categories. Designed for home curtain linings.
Multi-Tone Poly-Cotton Tote Lining Fabric
230 g/m² plain weave with 68% polyester staple mixed with cotton, multi-tone from colored yarns. HTS 5514.30.33.90 applies for weight, blend, and yarn variation. Used as durable lining for canvas totes.
Checked Poly-Cotton Apron Fabric
195 g/m² fabric blending 72% polyester staple and cotton with checked pattern from different yarn colors. Falls under HTS 5514.30.33.90 for its heavy weight and mixed composition. Perfect for industrial aprons.