Dyed Polyester-Cotton Broadcloth for Uniforms

Heavyweight dyed broadcloth (>170 g/m², yarn number >26, plain weave not square) per note (a)(ii), with 65% cotton and 35% polyester staple. Less than 85% artificial fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, under HTS 5516.42.00.10. Used for work uniforms and shirts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5516.41.00Higher: 49.9% vs 47%

If unbleached instead of dyed

Bleaching state determines subheading; undyed moves to 5516.41.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If mixed with filament polyester rather than staple

Filament yarn mixes classify under Chapter 54 man-made filaments, not staple Chapter 55.

6205.20.20Lower: 37.2% vs 47%

If made up into men's shirts rather than fabric

Finished garments shift to Chapter 62 apparel, not fabric Chapter 55.

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Import Tips & Compliance

For >170 g/m², confirm no multiple/cabled yarns or low yarn numbers per exclusions; technical specs essential

Uniform end-use doesn't change classification—focus on fiber and weave docs

Avoid bulk dyeing issues by certifying pre-shrunk; shrinkage claims often trigger re-inspection

Related Products under HTS 5516.42.00.10

Dyed Cotton-Poly Poplin Shirt Fabric

This plain weave fabric is dyed, weighs under 170 g/m², and features more than 33 warp ends and picks per cm² with finer yarns, qualifying as poplin under statistical note (a). It contains 70% cotton and 30% polyester staple fibers, mixed mainly with cotton but less than 85% artificial fibers. Ideal for lightweight dress shirts and blouses.

Dyed Cotton-Viscose Poplin Blouse Material

Dyed plain weave poplin fabric exceeding 33 ends/picks per cm², average yarn number 68 or finer, under 170 g/m² per note (a). Blend of 75% cotton and 25% viscose staple fibers, qualifying under 5516.42 as <85% artificial mixed mainly with cotton. Perfect for summer blouses and casual tops.

Solid Dyed Cotton-Rayon Poplin Scarf Fabric

Lightweight dyed poplin (plain weave, <170 g/m², >33 ends/picks/cm², yarn 43-68) excluding printcloth specs, 80% cotton 20% rayon staple. Fits 5516.42.00.10 as dyed poplin/broadcloth mixed <85% artificial with cotton. Suited for fashion scarves and accessories.

Black Dyed Cotton-Viscose Broadcloth Skirt Lining

Black piece-dyed broadcloth meeting poplin criteria (plain weave, excluded from sheeting/printcloth), 72% cotton 28% viscose staple. Under 5516.42.00.10 as <85% artificial dyed mixed with cotton. Lightweight lining for skirts and dresses.

Medium Weight Dyed Rayon-Cotton Broadcloth

>170 g/m² dyed broadcloth, average yarn >26, no cabled yarns per note (a)(ii), 55% cotton 45% rayon staple <85% artificial. 5516.42.00.10 for poplin/broadcloth dyed cotton mix. For structured garments.

Custom Dyed Poly-Cotton Poplin for Tailoring

Custom shade dyed poplin fabric, plain weave fine count excluding note (a) types, 62% cotton 38% polyester. <85% artificial mainly cotton under 5516.42.00.10. Tailor-grade for bespoke shirts.