No. 50 Poplin Cotton Fabric from China
This unbleached poplin cotton fabric contains 85% or more cotton by weight, weighs under 100 g/m², and has an average yarn number of 50, fitting the 43-68 range for HTS 5208.11.40.20. Poplin features a fine crosswise ribs from grouped warp yarns against single weft yarns, distinguishing it from standard plain weave broadcloth. It's commonly used for shirts and blouses due to its crisp texture.
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
• Verify average yarn number using official formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring it falls between 43-68 for this subheading
• Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤100 g/m² to avoid reclassification to heavier fabrics
• Ensure unbleached status with documentation; any bleaching shifts to 5208.21