Bleached Cotton-Polyester Poplin Shirt Fabric
This lightweight poplin fabric is a bleached cotton-polyester blend used for shirts. It contains 70% cotton and 30% polyester, features a plain weave with yarn number 42 or lower, and weighs under 200 g/m², fitting tariff item 5210.21.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cotton content is 85% or more
Fabrics with high cotton content are classified in heading 5208 for lightweight cotton woven fabrics.
If the fabric is unbleached rather than bleached
Unbleached plain weave cotton fabrics with man-made fibres are classified under the unbleached subheading.
If polyester content exceeds cotton content
When man-made fibres predominate, the fabric falls under Chapter 55 for man-made fibre woven fabrics.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the yarn count and weave structure are accurately documented, as these affect classification
• Be prepared to provide a Certificate of Origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a trade agreement
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