White Poplin Dress Shirt Fabric from Mexico
This is a finely woven cotton poplin fabric, dyed white, with an average yarn number of 42 or lower, weighing under 100 g/m² and containing over 85% cotton. It falls under HTS 5208.31.40.20 as a plain weave poplin or broadcloth of number 42 or lower, suitable for high-end dress shirts. The tight weave provides a smooth, crisp finish ideal for formal apparel.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify average yarn number using official formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; fractions disregarded
• Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤100 g/m² to avoid reclassification