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High-Count Bleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric

This bleached plain weave cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight, weighs 130 g/m², and has an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5208.22.80. It is commonly used for dress shirts and blouses due to its crisp texture and smooth finish after bleaching.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

5208.12Lower: 23% vs 49%

If unbleached

Unbleached plain weave cotton fabrics of number 69+ fall under 5208.12, as bleaching changes the color processing subheading.

5208.32Lower: 25% vs 49%

If dyed instead of bleached

Dyed plain weave fabrics shift to 5208.32.80 for number 69+, based on color application method.

5209.42.00Lower: 45.9% vs 49%

If denim twill weave

Denim defined as 3/4-thread twill with specific yarn colors moves to 5209.42, not plain weave.

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

• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g

• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; fractions disregarded

• Provide lab test reports confirming >85% cotton content and weight ≤200 g/m² to avoid reclassification