Bleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric

This bleached woven cotton fabric is classified under HTS 5208.22.60.20 as poplin or broadcloth with yarn numbers 43 to 68, containing 85% or more cotton, weighing over 100 g/m² but not more than 200 g/m², and plain weave. It features a fine crosswise rib typical of poplin, ideal for dress shirts. The bleaching process lightens the fabric without dyeing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.7%+35.0%43.7%
🇲🇽Mexico8.7%+10.0%18.7%
🇨🇦Canada8.7%+10.0%18.7%
🇩🇪Germany8.7%+10.0%18.7%
🇯🇵Japan8.7%+10.0%18.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.12.60.20Higher: 44% vs 43.7%

If unbleached

Unbleached poplin or broadcloth falls under 5208.12 as prior processing stage in Chapter 52.

5208.32Lower: 22.5% vs 43.7%

If yarn-dyed

Yarn-dyed versions shift to 5208.32 due to color introduction in yarns, changing weave classification.

5211.42.00Lower: 43.1% vs 43.7%

If containing <85% cotton and denim weave

Blended cotton fabrics with specific twill weaves like denim move to Chapter 52 subheading 5211.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm 43-68 range

Provide lab test reports for cotton content ≥85% and weight to avoid reclassification

Note quantitative restrictions on raw cotton; ensure fabric meets bleached plain weave criteria

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