Two New DR-CAFTA Short Supply Determinations

On November 10, 2026, the Commmittee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements announced two new DR-CAFTA Short Supply Determinations.

Specifications: Certain Woven Wrinkle Free Cotton/Polyester Fabric

    HTS: 5210.32.00; 5210.49.10; 5210.59.10.
    Fiber Content: 51-75% Cotton, 25-49% Polyester.
    Yarn Size--Warp: 127/2 to 212/2 metric (75/2 to 125/2 English count)
       Staple fiber yarns in Cotton or Cotton/Polyester.
    Yarn Size--Weft: in one of the following 2 options:

--Option #1: 68/1 to 110/1 metric (40/1 to 65/1 English count) Staple 
fiber yarns in Polyester or Cotton/Polyester
--Option #2: 120/1 to 51.4/1 metric (75 Denier to 175 Denier) Filament 
yarns in Polyester

    Weave Type: Twill or herringbone.
    Weight: between 80 to 165 grams per sq. meter (2.36oz/sq. yd to 4.87oz/sq. yd).
    Width: 137 to 157 cm (54 to 62 inch).
    Coloration: Piece dyed and/or yarn dyed and/or printed.
    Finishing Process: Mercerized + Wrinkle Free Finish.
    Performance (include all test methods and standards that apply):

* Shrinkage +1% to -5% using AATCC 135
* Minimum Durable Press 3.0 after 3 launderings using AATCC 128-17E /pre>

Specifications: Certain Woven Wrinkle Free Cotton/Polyester/Spandex 
Fabric

    HTS: 5210.32.00; 5210.49.10; 5210.59.10.
    Fiber Content: 51-75% Cotton, 25-49% Polyester, 1-7% Spandex.
    Yarn Size--Warp: 127/2 to 212/2 metric (75/2 to 125/2 English count); 
       Staple fiber yarns in 100% Cotton or Cotton/Polyester.
    Yarn Size--Weft: in one of the following 2 options:

--Option #1: 68/1 to 110/1 metric (40/1 to 65/1 English count) Staple 
fiber yarns in Polyester or Cotton/Polyester, combined with spandex 
filament of various deniers
--Option #2: 120/1 to 51.4/1 metric (75 Denier to 175 Denier) Filament 
yarns in Polyester, combined with spandex filament of various deniers

    Weave Type: Twill or herringbone.
    Weight: between 80 to 165 grams per sq. meter (2.36oz/sq. yd to 4.87oz/sq. yd).
    Width: 137 to 157 cm (54 to 62 inch).
    Coloration: Piece dyed and/or yarn dyed and/or printed.
    Finishing Process: Mercerized + Wrinkle Free Finish.
    Performance (include all test methods and standards that apply):

* Shrinkage +1% to -5% using AATCC 135
* Minimum Durable Press 3.0 after 3 launderings using AATCC 128-17EZ
  

New CAFTA-DR Short Supply Request: Certain 100% Viscose Rayon Filament Yarn

October 22, 2026, The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026011.

See: OTEXA website.

Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (``CAFTA-DR'')

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (``CITA'') has determined that certain faux leather fabric bonded to a pile fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA-DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA-DR in unrestricted quantities.

Specifications: Certain Faux Leather Fabric Bonded to a Pile Fabric

HTS: 6001.10; 6001.92.00.
Fabric Type: Knit fabric, faux leather bonded to a pile fabric.
Fiber Content:
Face: Faux leather fabric constructed from a 100% polyester knit fabric.
Back: Sherpa knit pile fabric 60-64% polyester, 36-40% acrylic.

Yarn Size:
    Face: 75 Denier sea-island filament 100% polyester used for both warp and weft.
    Back: Binding polyester 150 denier polyester combined with tops acrylic fiber, weighing between 8 to 18 grams.

Thread Count:
    Face: Wales/cm 32, Course/cm 32.
    Back: Wales/cm 7, Course/cm 8.
    Weight: 442-488 grams per square meter.
    Width: 137 to 143 centimeters (equivalent to 53.9 inches to 56.30 inches).

Weave: Knit in both, face and back.

Coloration:
    Face: Roll dyed, colors: black, brown and green and overprinted;
    Back side: fiber Dyed in colors black, brown and green.
    
Finishing: Bonded using the Moltopren heat process, which involves a flame lamination technique that fuses the layers through controlled heat and pressure.
    
The finished sherpa hair has a height of approximately 4 to 7 mm in the back.

Additional Information: Sea island fiber is also known as super-conjugate fiber or butterfly polyester yarn, is formed by a core component dispersed in another polymer in a longitudinally continuous way. Polymer material forms the core part, which is also called the island phase or dispersed phase. Another polymer is called sea component, sea phase, or continuous phase. Because original dispersed phase fiber presents as an island state in the fiber section, it is called sea-island fiber.

New Request for Commercial Availability Determination under the CAFTA-DR: Certain Woven Wrinkle Free Cotton/Polyester Fabric

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026009 for certain woven wrinkle free cotton/polyester fabric as specified below.

Interested Entities wishing to submit a Response with an Offer to Supply ("Response") must do so by the deadline of 11:59 P.M. (ET) on October 14, 2026. Rebuttals to Responses are due by 11:59 P.M. (ET) on October 20, 2026.

SPECIFICATIONS: Certain Woven Wrinkle Free Cotton/Polyester Fabric

HTS: 5210.32.00; 5210.49.10; 5210.59.10

Fiber Content: 51–75% Cotton, 25–49% Polyester

Yarn Size – Warp: 127/2 to 212/2 metric (75/2 to 125/2 English count) Staple fiber yarns in Cotton or Cotton/Polyester

Yarn Size - Weft: in one of the following 2 options:

- Option #1: 68/1 to 110/1 metric (40/1 to 65/1 English count) Staple fiber yarns in Polyester or Cotton/Polyester

-Option #2: 120/1 to 51.4/1 metric (75 Denier to 175 Denier) Filament yarns in Polyester

Weave Type: Twill or herringbone

Weight: between 80 to 165 grams per sq. meter (2.36oz/sq. yd to 4.87oz/sq. yd)

Width: 137 to 157 cm (54 to 62 inch)

Coloration: Piece dyed and/or yarn dyed and/or printed

Finishing Process: Mercerized + Wrinkle Free Finish

Performance (include all test methods and standards that apply):

*Shrinkage +1% to -5% using AATCC 135

*Minimum Durable Press 3.0 after 3 launderings using AATCC 128-17E  

Certain Polyester/Viscose Dyed Twill Lining Fabric Short Supply

On September 25, 2025, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 60941) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA—DR’’).

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (``CITA'') has determined that certain polyester/viscose dyed twill lining fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA--DR countries.

Specifications: Certain Polyester/Viscose Dyed Twill Lining Fabric

    HTS: 5515.11.00.
    Fiber Content: 48% to 56% Polyester, 44% to 52% Viscose.
    Fabric Construction: Twill.
    Fabric Finishing Processes: Dyed.
    Weight: 81 to 90 g/m\2\.
    Width: 127.00 to 142.24 cm (50 to 56 inches).

Polyester/Cuprammonium Dyed Twill Lining Fabric Short Supply

On September 25, 2025, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 60940) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA—DR’’).

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain polyester/cuprammonium dyed twill lining fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA—DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA—DR in unrestricted quantities.

Specifications: Certain Polyester/Cuprammonium Dyed Twill Lining Fabric

    HTS: 5407.92.10.
    Fiber Content: 52% to 60% Polyester, 40% to 48% Cuprammonium.
    Fabric Construction: Twill.
    Fabric Finishing Processes: Dyed.
    Weight: 72 to 82 g/m\2\.
    Width: 132.08 to 137.16 cm (52 to 54 inches).

Polyester/Cuprammonium Yarn-Dyed Twill Lining Fabric Short Supply

On September 25, 2025, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 60939) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA—DR’’).

Specifications: Certain Polyester/Cuprammonium Yarn-Dyed Twill Lining Fabric

    HTS: 5407.93.20.
    Fiber Content: 52% to 60% Polyester, 40% to 48% Cuprammonium.
    Fabric Construction: Twill.
    Fabric Finishing Processes: Yarn-dyed.
    Weight: 72 to 82 g/m\2\.
    Width: 132.08 to 137.16 cm (52 to 54 inches).

DR-CAFTA Dobby Weave Fabric Short Supply

On July 14, 2026, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (FR 43088) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’).

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain double weave polyester/spandex fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA–DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA–DR in unrestricted quantities.

Specifications: Certain Double Weave Polyester/Spandex Fabric

    HTS: 5407.52.20.40; 5407.72.00.15
    Fabric Type: Woven--Double Weave
    Fiber Content (AATCC 20A): Polyester 88-92%, Spandex 8-12%
    Yarn Size:
    Warp Yarn: 45-55 Denier/144 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized + 15-25 
Denier Spandex Textured Filament
    Weft Yarn 1: 45-55 Denier/72 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized + 15-25 
Denier Spandex Textured Filament
    Weft Yarn 2: 145-155 Denier/96 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized
    Weave Type: Woven, Double Weave Dobby
    Thread Count (ASTM D3775): 66-72 warp ends x 70-78 filling picks
    Fabric Weight (g/m2) (ASTM D3776): 159-169 g/m2
    Width (cuttable) (ASTM D3774):
    Metric: 124.5-139.7 cm
    English: 49-55 inches
    Stretch (%) (ASTM D3107):
    Warp: 20.4% (10%-30%)
    Weft: 18% (8%-28%)
    Stretch Direction: Four-way stretch
    Finish (AATCC 197): Quick Dry (Wicking)
    Dye Type: Piece dye of various colors
    Shrinkage (AATCC 135): +/- 5%

DR-CAFTA Short Supply

On July 8, 2026, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Aggreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 42181) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (``CAFTA-DR'')

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain polyester/nylon blend dobby weave fabric is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA–DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA–DR in unrestricted quantities.

Double Weave Nylon/Polyester/Spandex Fabric Added to DR-CAFTA Short Supply

On June 11, 2026, The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 35468) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (``CAFTA-DR'').

SUMMARY: The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (``CITA'') has determined that certain double weave nylon/polyester/spandex fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA-DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA-DR in unrestricted quantities.

New CAFTA-DR Short Supply Request: Certain Polyester and Nylon Dobby Weave Fabric

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026003 for certain polyester and nylon dobby weave fabric, as specified below.

Interested Entities wishing to submit a Response with an Offer to Supply ("Response") must do so by the deadline of 11:59 P.M.(EDT) on June 10, 2026. Rebuttals to Responses are due by 11:59 P.M.(EDT) on June 16, 2026.

Product Description

Certain Polyester and Nylon Dobby Weave Fabric

HTS: 5407.73.2015, 5407.73.2060, 5407.53.2020, and 5407.53.2060

Fabric Type: Dobby Weave on a Triple Beam Air Jet Loom

Fabric Content: 78% - 88% Polyester / 12% - 22% Nylon

Yarn Size:

Warp Yarn 1: Polyester 170 Denier/144 Filament Full Dull Air Textured Yarn (FDATY)

Warp Yarn 2: 166D/68F Nylon

Warp Yarn 3: Nylon 30D monofilament

Filling Yarn 1: Polyester 75D/72F Semi Dull Texturized

Filling Yarn 2: Polyester 170D/144F

Filling Yarn 3: Nylon 30D monofilament + 166D/68F Cordura (Nylon 6.6)

Note: Yarn size may vary by +/- 5% after processing. The yarn size designations describe

a range of specifications for yarn in its greige condition. They are intended as

specifications to be followed by the mill in sourcing yarn to produce the fabric. Weaving,

dyeing, and finishing can alter the characteristic of the yarn as it appears in the finished

fabric. This specification therefore includes yarns appearing in the finished fabric as finer

or coarser than the designated yarn sizes, provided that the variation occurs after

processing of the greige yarn and production of the fabric.

Thread Count:

Metric: Various

English: Various

Weight: 147 - 185 grams per sq. meter

Finished Density: 36-46 x 53-63

Face Side (Technical Face or Back): Technical Side

Width:

Metric: 137 to 150 cm, 142.24 cuttable

English: 54-60 inches, 57 cuttable

Dye Type: Yarn Dye of Various colors

New Request for Commercial Availability Determination under the CAFTA-DR: Certain Double Weave Polyester/Spandex Fabric

Request Date
05/11/2026

Deadline for Responses with Offer to Supply
05/26/2026

Deadline for Rebuttals to Offer to Supply
06/01/2026

Projected Completion Date/Effective Date
06/24/2026

New CAFTA-DR Short Supply Request: Certain Double Weave Nylon/Polyester/Spandex Fabric

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026001 for certain double weave nylon/polyester/spandex fabric, as specified below.

Interested Entities wishing to submit a Response with an Offer to Supply ("Response") must do so by the deadline of 11:59 P.M.(EDT) on May 14, 2026. Rebuttals to Responses are due by 11:59 P.M.(EDT) on May 20, 2026.

REQUESTED BY: Varsity Pro LTDA de CV, San Jose Villanueva, La Libertad, El Salvador.

SPECIFICATIONS: Certain Double Weave Nylon/Polyester/Spandex Fabric

HTS: 5407.72.00.60

Fabric Type: Woven – Double Weave

Fiber Content (AATCC 20A): 58–68% Nylon, 21-31% Polyester and 8–14% Spandex

Yarn Size

Warp Yarn: 65-70 Denier/48 Filaments Full-Dull Texturized +35 -45 Denier Spandex Textured Filament

Weft Yarn 1: 65-70 Denier /48 Filaments Full-Dull Texturized + 45 -35 Denier Spandex Textured Filament

Weft Yarn 2: 165-175 Denier /144 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized

Weave Type: Woven, Double Weave Dobby

Thread Count (ASTM D3775): 66 - 72 warp ends × 55 - 60 filling picks

Fabric Weight (g/m²) (ASTM D3776): 232 – 242 g/m2

Width (cuttable) (ASTM D3774)

Metric: 124.5 – 149.9 cm, 137.2 cm cuttable

English: 49 - 59 inches, 54 cuttable

Stretch (%) (ASTM D3107)

Warp: 56.4% (45%-65%)

Weft: 26.4% (15%-35%)

Stretch Direction: Four-way stretch

Dye Type: Piece dye of various colors

Shrinkage (AATCC 135): +/- 5%

Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’)

On January 28, 2026, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’).

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain faux leather fabric bonded to a pile fabric, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA–DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA–DR in unrestricted quantities.

Read more HERE.

New U.S.-Peru TPA Short Supply Request: Certain Carded Cashmere Yarn

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number PE2026001 for certain carded cashmere yarn.

Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’)

On July 23, 2025, the Commitee for the Implementation published in the Federal Registe 90 FR 34644

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain 100 percent monofilament yarn, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA–DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA–DR in unrestricted quantities.

Sources Sought DR-CAFTA Poly/Wool Fabric

December 29, 2024, Sources Sought.

HTSUS: Woven fabric classified in tariff item 5515.13.10, combed, of polyester staple fibers mixed with wool, containing less than 36% by weight of wool and up to 6% spandex.

QUANTITY required: 25,000 meters per month

Responses requested by January 15, 2024.

DR-CAFTA compliant.

Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement

On September 23, 2024, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Aggreements published in the Federal Register ( 89 FR 77486) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement

Specifications: Certain Two-Way Stretch Woven Polyester, Rayon, Spandex Fabric

Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican RepublicCentral America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’)

On August 29, 2024, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (89 FR 70174) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican RepublicCentral America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’)

New Request for Commercial Availability Determination under the CAFTA-DR: Certain Two-Way Stretch Woven Polyester, Rayon, Spandex Fabric

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2024004 for certain two-way stretch woven polyester, rayon, spandex fabric