Colorblock Cotton Poplin for Apparel

Plain weave poplin with distinct colorblock patterns from different yarn colors, 89% cotton, 135 g/m², yarn number 62. HTS 5208.42.40.00 applies due to multi-color yarns, weight parameters, and decitex-equivalent 43-68. Popular for modern workwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.4%+35.0%46.4%
🇲🇽Mexico11.4%+10.0%21.4%
🇨🇦Canada11.4%+10.0%21.4%
🇩🇪Germany11.4%+10.0%21.4%
🇯🇵Japan11.4%+10.0%21.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.39.40Lower: 42% vs 46.4%

If 3-thread twill

Twill weaves (not plain) in multi-color yarns use 5208.39.

5211.41.00Lower: 43.1% vs 46.4%

If 65-85% cotton

Reduced cotton % triggers 5211 for other woven cotton fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Invoice must state 'of yarns of different colors' explicitly matching subheading

Desize fabric properly before g/m² testing per Chapter 52 US notes

Origin certs critical if from quota-limited cotton-producing countries

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