No. 45 Poplin Shirting Fabric from China
Lightweight unbleached poplin shirting fabric of ≥85% cotton, ≤100 g/m², average yarn number 45, precisely matching HTS 5208.11.40.20 for poplin or broadcloth (314). Its ribbed structure from compact warp yarns offers durability for formal shirts. Ideal for tailors importing greige goods for finishing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Document weave as plain (excluding selvage) per US note (b); combinations allowed only within plain weaves
• Test for cotton purity ≥85% via AATCC methods to comply with Chapter 52 requirements
• Beware quota risks if misclassified from raw cotton stages—ensure woven fabric status