Trade Officials Free Up Wrinkle-Resistant Fabric Imports Under CAFTA
Published Date: 11/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. government has decided that a special wrinkle-free cotton/polyester fabric isn’t available enough or fast enough in CAFTA-DR countries. So, starting November 9, 2026, this fabric can be imported without limits under the trade agreement. This change helps businesses get the materials they need quicker and easier, boosting trade and production.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Unrestricted import of specific wrinkle‑free fabric
Starting November 9, 2026, certain woven wrinkle‑free cotton/polyester fabric (HTS 5210.32.00; 5210.49.10; 5210.59.10; 51–75% cotton, 25–49% polyester) is added to Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA‑DR and may be imported in unrestricted quantities under the agreement. The fabric is specified by yarn sizes, weave (twill or herringbone), weight (80–165 g/m2), width (137–157 cm), finishing (mercerized + wrinkle free), and performance standards listed in the notice. This change is intended to help businesses obtain that material more quickly and more easily and to boost trade and production.
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Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-22744, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Domestic and International Client Global Trade Services and Customized Forms Revision
The Department of Commerce is updating its forms and info collection to better help U.S. businesses trade globally and attract foreign investment. About 100,000 businesses will spend around 10 minutes each on these updated forms, with no big cost changes expected. The public has until early December 2026 to share feedback before final approval.
Next: 2026-22746, Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (“CAFTA-DR”)
The U.S. government has officially added a special wrinkle-free cotton/polyester/spandex fabric to a list that lets CAFTA-DR countries import it freely because it’s not made quickly or in enough amounts locally. This change starts November 9, 2026, helping businesses get this fabric without limits and speeding up trade. If you’re in the textile or apparel world in CAFTA-DR countries, this means easier access and smoother production!