Bleached Polyester-Cotton Blend Broadcloth

Bleached plain weave broadcloth from artificial staple polyester blended with cotton, not square, fitting poplin/broadcloth note (a). Classified HTS 5516.91.00.90 as other unbleached/bleached fabric where artificial staple predominates. For shirting and dresses.

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.

5210.21.60Lower: 46.4% vs 47%

If cotton predominates (>50%)

Blends with more cotton than man-made staple go to Chapter 52.

5516Same rate: 47%

If printed or otherwise finished beyond bleaching

Other colored or finished fabrics under 5516.99.

6204.62Lower: 26.6% vs 47%

If made up into women's blouses

Made-up garments from synthetic staple fabrics are in Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide exact blend ratio; if artificial staple <85%, may shift to Chapter 52 cotton

Confirm broadcloth specs (not square, yarn number) via sample submission

Use commercial invoices detailing bleaching only, no dyeing

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