Cotton-Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric
This is a plain weave poplin fabric made from a blend of less than 85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m² with non-square construction. It qualifies as poplin or broadcloth under HTS 5516.41.0010 due to its specific weave and yarn characteristics excluding the noted exceptions. Commonly used for shirts and blouses.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cotton content exceeds 85% by weight
Predominantly cotton fabrics shift to Chapter 52, with poplin/broadcloth under duck or similar plain weaves.
If containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers
Higher polyester content moves to woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers without cotton mix in heading 5515.
If dyed rather than unbleached or bleached
Dyed versions of the same poplin/broadcloth fall under the subsequent subheading for colored fabrics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton; ensure weave meets poplin/broadcloth statistical note excluding low-density or heavy yarn types
• Provide mill certificates for bleaching status; watch for misclassification as 100% cotton sheeting
Related Products under HTS 5516.41.00.10
Bleached Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Shirt Fabric
A bleached plain weave broadcloth from polyester staple fibers (<85%) mixed solely with cotton, not of square construction and meeting poplin/broadcloth definitions per statistical note (a). Ideal for dress shirts, it falls under HTS 5516.41.0010 as unbleached or bleached mixed weave. Excludes napped types over specified yarn numbers.
Unbleached Cotton-Rich Poplin Fabric
Unbleached poplin weave fabric with artificial staple fibers (<85% polyester) mixed mainly with cotton, plain weave not square and over 170 g/m² average yarn >26. Classified in HTS 5516.41.0010 per Chapter 55 notes excluding cheesecloth or printcloth types. Used in workwear and linings.
Poly-Cotton Broadcloth for Blouses
Plain weave broadcloth, bleached, from <85% viscose staple mixed mainly with cotton, fitting poplin/broadcloth note (a)(ii) for heavier weights. HTS 5516.41.0010 covers this apparel fabric due to artificial staple-cotton mix and weave specs. Popular for women's blouses.
Viscose-Cotton Poplin Sheeting Alternative
Bleached poplin-style broadcloth with 70% cotton and 30% viscose staple, plain weave >170 g/m² not square w/ yarn 28-32. Meets HTS 5516.41.0010 as mixed <85% artificial, distinct from true sheeting note (b). For lightweight uniforms.
Industrial Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Roll
Unbleached broadcloth roll, 80% cotton/20% acrylic staple (<85% artificial), plain weave poplin per note (a), for bulk industrial use. HTS 5516.41.0010 due to mixed composition and bleached/unbleached status. Used in upholstery linings.
Dress Poplin Fabric Blend
Bleached poplin fabric, 75% cotton and 25% polyester staple, non-square plain weave fitting broadcloth specs excluding printcloth. Classed under HTS 5516.41.0010 for <85% artificial staple mixed with cotton. For formal dresses.