5513.11.00.20 - Poplin or broadcloth (614) 🖩

This HTS category, specifically 5513.11.00.20, covers poplin or broadcloth woven fabrics. These fabrics are characterized by a plain weave and are constructed from synthetic staple fibers, comprising less than 85% by weight of such fibers and mixed mainly or solely with cotton. The overall weight of these fabrics does not exceed 170 grams per square meter, and they are presented in an unbleached or bleached state. Poplin and broadcloth are typically known for their fine, even weave, smooth finish, and relatively high thread count, contributing to a crisp hand.

The distinction between this category and its siblings lies in the specific weave and construction. While all fabrics in this group are made of synthetic staple fibers mixed with cotton and are unbleached or bleached, the sibling categories differentiate based on other fabric types. For instance, 5513.11.00.40 pertains to sheeting, which generally implies fabrics designed for bedding, often with a slightly different feel and weight distribution. Similarly, 5513.11.00.60 covers printcloth, a category that might encompass a broader range of plain weave fabrics suitable for printing, and 5513.11.00.90 refers to more specialized constructions like cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes, which have distinct open weaves and lighter weights.

As this classification (5513.11.00.20) represents a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the focus remains on the precise definition of poplin or broadcloth as outlined. Classification into this specific subheading relies on verifying the fiber content (predominantly synthetic staple fibers with cotton admixture, not exceeding 85% synthetic), the weave type (plain weave), the weight limit (not exceeding 170 g/m²), and the processing state (unbleached or bleached), alongside the identification of the fabric as poplin or broadcloth based on its characteristic texture and construction.