New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

High-Count Poplin Dress Lining Fabric

Bleached poplin fabric with yarn number 72, 85 g/m², 88% cotton, classified in HTS 5208.21.60.20 for fine plain weave poplin/broadcloth ≤100 g/m². Used as lining in formal dresses and suits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.5%+37.5%49%
🇲🇽Mexico11.5%+10.0%21.5%
🇨🇦Canada11.5%+10.0%21.5%
🇩🇪Germany11.5%—11.5%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.32.40Lower: 47.2% vs 49%

If weight 100-200 g/m², plain weave

Bleached plain weave fabrics 100-200 g/m² classified under 5208.32 subheading.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 49%

If containing polyester filaments

Blends with man-made filaments >15% shift to Chapter 54 woven fabrics.

5209.59Lower: 20.9% vs 49%

If other than plain weave (e.g., twill)

Non-plain weaves like twill use 5209 headings for different fabric structures.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify hand-loomed status if applicable under 5208 note for potential duty relief

• Document breadth, meters/kg, and yarn density for accurate 'number' calculation per US note (a)

• Watch for over-declaration of cotton content; third-party testing prevents penalties