Unbleached 68x52 Cotton Poplin Fabric

This unbleached plain weave cotton fabric contains 88% cotton by weight and weighs 95 g/m² with an average yarn number of 40, classifying it under HTS 5208.11.20 due to its low yarn count and lightweight unprocessed state. It is commonly used for shirt linings and casual apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.12Lower: 20.5% vs 42%

If yarn number 43 or higher

Higher yarn numbers (finer yarns) shift to subheading 5208.12.00 while keeping other specs unbleached plain weave ≤100 g/m².

5208.21.20Higher: 43.4% vs 42%

If bleached

Bleaching changes classification to bleached plain weave fabrics under 5208.21.20 for same yarn number and weight.

5209.11.00Lower: 41.5% vs 42%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed fabrics with government certification classify under 5209.11.00 regardless of processing state.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify average yarn number using HTS formula (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm ≤42

Provide lab test reports for fiber content ≥85% cotton and weight ≤100 g/m² to avoid reclassification

Ensure no bleaching or dyeing; unbleached means natural cotton color only, common pitfall is mislabeling processed goods