Bleached Wool-Acrylic Printcloth Blend

This bleached printcloth-style fabric blends 36% wool with 64% acrylic staple fibers, ≤170 gsm, 33+ singles yarns per cm, yarn numbers 50-68, square construction. Fits HTS 5516.31.05.10 as uncombed, wool ≥36%, bleached but not exceeding printcloth exclusions. Used for fine dress shirts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China19.8%+35.0%54.8%
🇲🇽Mexico19.8%+10.0%29.8%
🇨🇦Canada19.8%+10.0%29.8%
🇩🇪Germany19.8%+10.0%29.8%
🇯🇵Japan19.8%+10.0%29.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

5516.41.00Lower: 49.9% vs 54.8%

If printed after bleaching

Printed fabrics shift to 5516.41 regardless of base color, per chapter sequencing.

5111.19.60Higher: 60% vs 54.8%

If predominantly fine animal hair, not wool

Fine hair (e.g., cashmere) mixes over 36% classify under wool/fine hair but specific 5111 if ≥85%.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 54.8%

If mixed with synthetic filaments, not staple

Filament yarn blends with wool go to Chapter 54, staple fibers stay in Chapter 55.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm no multiple/cabled yarns and width <168 cm for printcloth eligibility under statistical notes

Bleaching certificates required; excessive processing may classify as 'dyed' in next subheading

Test for singles yarns only to avoid cheesecloth or coarser weave reclassifications

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