Certified Hand-Loomed Poplin Fabric
Hand-loomed poplin of number 70 cotton yarns, 98% cotton, dyed light blue, 96 g/m², certified by exporting government. Qualifies under HTS 5208.31.80.20 as dyed plain weave poplin/broadcloth meeting number and weight specs, with hand-loom certification per Chapter 52 notes. Used for artisan apparel.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If uncertified power-loom version
Non-certified hand-loomed plain weave <100 g/m² falls to general 5208.2.
If imported as raw staple cotton
Unprocessed cotton fibers classify in 5201 with staple length quotas.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include original government hand-loom certification to claim 5208 preference over power-loom
• Weigh fabric after desizing boil to confirm <100 g/m² for subheading eligibility
• Declare as 'cottage industry' product to avoid quota scrutiny under US notes
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