Alumo Poplin Shirting Material from Germany
Unbleached Alumo poplin, 96 g/m², number 75 cotton yarns, 88% cotton content. Designed for high-end shirting with characteristic poplin sheen from fine warp. HTS 5208.11.80.20 for its poplin weave, unbleached state, weight ≤100 g/m², yarn number 69+.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use approved yarn number formula (ST/10) on imported width; fractions disregarded per US note (a)
• Prevent audits by including photos/micrographs proving poplin rib vs. standard broadcloth
• Check for hand-loomed certification; if present, may qualify for 5208 certified provisions