High-Count Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Mexico
This lightweight printed poplin fabric, made from 100% cotton yarns with an average number of 80, weighs 95 g/m² and features a plain weave structure. It falls under HTS 5208.51.80 due to its high yarn count (69 or higher), printed finish, and weight not exceeding 100 g/m² with at least 85% cotton content. Commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas like N = BYT/1,000 after removing sizing; ensure printing is post-weaving
• Provide lab tests for cotton content ≥85% to avoid reclassification
• Watch for quota restrictions on cotton imports from non-WTO countries