Geometric Printed Poplin Dress Fabric from Germany
Lightweight geometric-printed poplin fabric from combed cotton yarns number 72, at 85 g/m², with a plain weave and pronounced warp ribs. Classified in HTS 5208.51.80.20 for printed plain weave cotton fabrics ≥85% cotton, ≤100 g/m², poplin/broadcloth of high number. Used for summer dresses and scarves.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document plain weave exclusivity (no combinations) per US note (b)
• Test for cotton purity to avoid reclassification to man-made blends
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'poplin or broadcloth (314)' to aid CBP review