Fine Bleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from China

This lightweight bleached woven cotton poplin fabric contains over 85% cotton and weighs under 200 g/m², with an average yarn number above 69 for a fine, smooth texture ideal for dress shirts. It falls under HTS 5208.29.80.90 as a bleached fabric of number 69 or higher, other than specific weaves like plain or 3-thread twill. The high yarn count ensures crispness and durability for apparel use.

Duty Rate — China → United States

48.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm classification over 69

Provide lab test reports for fiber content (>85% cotton) and weight per m² to avoid reclassification to lower headings

Check quantitative restrictions on raw cotton inputs; ensure bleaching certification for Chapter 52 compliance