Bleached Number 40 Cotton Poplin

A medium-weight bleached poplin fabric of 85%+ cotton, plain weave, 130 g/m², with average yarn number 40 per tariff calculation methods. Classified under 5208.22.40 for its bleached state, weight >100 g/m², and coarse yarn count (42 or lower). Ideal for shirt collars and structured apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+35.0%43.4%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪Germany8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇯🇵Japan8.4%+10.0%18.4%

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Alternative Classifications

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5208.21.40Higher: 45.2% vs 43.4%

If of higher yarn number (above 42)

Finer yarns (number >42) classify in 5208.23, separating by yarn fineness.

5209.22.00Lower: 42.7% vs 43.4%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed fabrics per US Note qualify for special heading 5209 provisions.

5211Lower: 18.1% vs 43.4%

If less than 85% cotton

Blended cotton fabrics (<85%) fall under heading 5211.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Calculate average yarn number accurately post-sizing removal as per US Note (a); fractions disregarded

Ensure no selvage affects weave determination—must be wholly plain weave excluding selvage

Declare exact weight per m²; exceeding 200 g/m² moves to higher weight subheadings

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