Number 70 Cotton Poplin Fabric from Germany
Fine poplin fabric with crosswise ribs from high-count yarns (number 70+), plain weave base, dyed, 85%+ cotton, under 100 g/m². HTS 5208.31.80 covers it as the ribbing doesn't alter plain weave classification, meeting yarn fineness and weight criteria. Used for shirts and dresses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Calculate total single yarns T per cm² including folded yarns for accurate average number N
• Distinguish from satin; poplin remains plain weave even with rib effect
• Batch test dyeing fastness; unstable dyes may require special declarations