Cotton Poplin Shirting Fabric 50s from Germany
A plain weave cotton fabric with yarn number averaging 50 (between 43 and 68), dyed evenly, weighing 130 g/m², containing over 85% cotton. It falls under HTS 5208.32.40 due to its plain weave structure, weight over 100 g/m², dyed finish, and specified yarn number range. Used primarily for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formula (N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; must be 43-68 for this subheading
• Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton by weight and weight ≤200 g/m² but >100 g/m²
• Avoid misdeclaration as uncolored (5208.31) or finer yarns (5208.32.10); common pitfall leads to penalties