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Acrylic Staple Fiber Broadcloth

Plain weave broadcloth from acrylic synthetic staple fibers, not square construction, designed for shirting with fine texture excluding low-density or heavy yarn types per statistical notes. Falls under 5515.99.90.15 as poplin/broadcloth for apparel end-use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+37.5%46%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5515Same rate: 46%

If containing 85% or more polyester staple fibers

Polyester-dominant blends have dedicated subheadings, pulling from 'other' synthetic mixes.

5211.52.00Lower: 45.6% vs 46%

If blended with over 50% cotton

Cotton base with synthetic man-made fibers moves to Chapter 52 cotton fabrics.

5513.19.00Higher: 52.4% vs 46%

If sold as unbleached or unfinished

Bleached/dyed status determines heading; unbleached staple fabrics in 5513.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with exact fiber blend; acrylic must be staple not filament to stay in Chapter 55