High-Count Unbleached Cotton Poplin Fabric from Germany
This unbleached woven cotton poplin fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight, weighs under 200 g/m², and has an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5208.19.80 for fine, high-count unbleached fabrics other than plain weave. It is commonly used for lightweight shirts and blouses due to its smooth finish and breathability.
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
• Obtain lab testing to verify cotton content exceeds 85% and average yarn number is 69 or higher using HTS formulas like N = BYT/1,000
• Provide documentation certifying it is unbleached and not 'certified hand-loomed' to avoid reclassification under 5208.11
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect weight declaration; measure post-sizing removal as per Chapter 52 notes