Dyed Cotton-Modal Blend Poplin
A dyed plain weave poplin fabric made of 80% modal staple fibers (an artificial fiber) and 20% cotton, weighing 130 gsm. The fabric is not square in construction and contains less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed with cotton, making it classifiable under tariff item 5516.42.00 as a dyed woven fabric.
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 the fabric is unbleached or bleached
This item covers unbleached or bleached woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers mixed mainly or solely with cotton.
If the fabric is woven from yarns of different colours
This item covers woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers mixed mainly or solely with cotton, where the yarns are of different colours.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the modal staple fibers are artificial staple fibers and that the fabric contains less than 85% by weight of these fibers
• Provide documentation on the fiber composition and dyeing method
• The fabric must be dyed in the piece or made from dyed yarns
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