Cotton Poplin Tablecloth Base Fabric from Germany
Heavy unbleached poplin fabric (yarn #75, 155 g/m²) of ≥85% cotton, plain weave with pronounced rib for tablecloth production. Supplied in bolts for cutting and hemming. HTS 5208.12.80.20 applies for its unbleached poplin characteristics, weight range, and fine yarn count.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'poplin or broadcloth (314)' to match statistical suffix
• Test for cotton percentage via AATCC methods; blends <85% shift to Chapter 52 other headings
• Check quota restrictions if raw cotton content traces to limited countries per US notes