Bleached Wool Artificial Fiber Broadcloth

Bleached broadcloth woven from 41% wool and artificial staple fibers, for shirting. HTS 5516.31.05 applies as bleached blend with >36% wool, <85% artificial, fitting broadcloth definition (plain weave, not square, potentially napped).

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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

5208.32.40Lower: 44.7% vs 54.8%

If blended mainly with cotton

Cotton-primary mixes go to Chapter 52.

5516.34.05Lower: 54.7% vs 54.8%

If for printed broadcloth

Printing advances classification.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 54.8%

If cut and sold as scarves or shawl pieces

Made-up accessories to Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab test for wool percentage; tolerances are strict for 36% threshold

Declare if napped, as notes allow but affect value

Avoid cabled yarns to prevent sheeting exclusions

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