Variegated Acrylic Broadcloth

A broadcloth-style woven fabric from acrylic staple fibers with yarns of various colors, fitting poplin/broadcloth definition excluding low-density or coarse yarn types per note (a). Falls under HTS 5515.99.90.05 for other synthetic staple fiber wovens excluding denim or jacquard weaves. Used in fashion blouses and scarves.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+35.0%43.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5515.91.00Higher: 47% vs 43.5%

If predominantly of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers

Specific material composition like acrylic moves to dedicated subheadings in 5515.91.

6006Lower: 10% vs 43.5%

If knitted or crocheted rather than woven

Knitted synthetic staple fabrics are classified in Chapter 60, not woven Chapter 55.

5513.19.00Higher: 49.9% vs 43.5%

If unbleached or bleached, not dyed or multi-color

Base processing state like unbleached shifts to earlier subheadings before color addition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document average yarn number and construction density to match statistical note (a) exclusions for poplin/broadcloth

Ensure no jacquard patterns via photos or samples during customs entry to stay in 5515.99.90.05

Check for shrinkage testing certificates as apparel fabrics often require them for compliance

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