Fine Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Germany
This dyed woven cotton poplin fabric contains 100% cotton, weighs 120 g/m², and has an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5208.39.80.90 as a fine-count dyed fabric not specifically woven (e.g., not satin or twill). It is commonly used for dress shirts and blouses due to its smooth finish and crisp drape.
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
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm ≥69 classification
• Provide lab test reports for fiber content (≥85% cotton) and weight (≤200 g/m²) to avoid reclassification
• Ensure dyeing is plain (not yarn-dyed or printed) to stay in 5208; common pitfall is misdeclaring plain dyed as printed