Solid Color Poplin Cotton Blouse Fabric

This uniform navy dyed poplin fabric is 85%+ cotton, 120 g/m², yarn number 41, plain weave with poplin characteristics (314). It fits HTS 5208.32.3020 precisely as a heavier dyed plain weave cotton broadcloth/poplin. Used for women's blouses and linings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.32.50Higher: 47.5% vs 42%

If yarn number >42 (e.g., 50)

Finer yarn counts (higher numbers) are classified in the 'No. 43 or higher' subheading.

5209.32.00Higher: 43.4% vs 42%

If of 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave

Twill weaves, including broken twill, move to 5209 regardless of weight or yarn count.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 42%

If made from synthetic filament yarns blended

Predominantly synthetic woven fabrics fall under Chapter 54, not cotton Chapter 52.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain certification for cotton percentage via AATCC testing to meet ≥85% requirement

Document weave as plain (no twill/combinations unless exclusive per US note) for CBP review

Watch for quota applicability if raw cotton content triggers upline restrictions, though processed fabrics usually exempt

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Cotton Poplin Dress Shirt Fabric

This is a dyed plain weave cotton fabric, 100% cotton, weighing 130 g/m² with an average yarn number of 40, specifically classified as poplin or broadcloth under HTS 5208.32.3020 due to its fine structure with more warp yarns per cm than weft. It is commonly used for men's dress shirts and blouses.

Dyed Broadcloth Cotton for Button-Down Shirts

A 140 g/m² dyed broadcloth of 100% cotton with yarn number 38, featuring the tight plain weave characteristic of broadcloth (314 ends per dm). Classified under HTS 5208.32.3020 for its poplin/broadcloth structure and specs. Ideal for formal shirtmaking.

Navy Blue Broadcloth Poplin for Uniforms

Navy dyed broadcloth poplin, 100% cotton, 125 g/m², yarn #40, qualifying as (314) under plain weave dyed cotton HTS 5208.32.3020. Durable for work uniforms and school shirts.

Grey Broadcloth Cotton Shirt Lining

Medium grey dyed broadcloth, 105 g/m², 100% cotton, yarn #42, poplin structure plain weave (314). Classified HTS 5208.32.3020 as dyed cotton >100 g/m² coarse yarn. Used for shirt linings.

White Dyed Broadcloth for Dress Shirts

Optically brightened white broadcloth, 100% cotton, 135 g/m², average yarn #39, plain weave poplin/broadcloth (314). Meets HTS 5208.32.3020 for dyed plain weave cottons >100 g/m², #42 or lower. Standard for crisp dress shirts.

Black Poplin Cotton Fabric for Casual Shirts

Heavy black-dyed poplin cotton fabric, 110 g/m², 88% cotton, yarn number 42, plain weave broadcloth structure (314). Precisely under HTS 5208.32.3020 for its dyed, plain weave specs. Suited for casual button-ups.