Geometric Printed Poplin Dress Fabric from Mexico
High-quality printed poplin with geometric patterns, 100% cotton yarns of number 72, weighing 140 g/m², featuring the warp-faced plain weave of poplin. Classified in HTS 5208.52.50.20 for printed cotton fabrics 85%+, >100 g/m², poplin/broadcloth of number 69+. Used for formal dresses and uniforms.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis via AATCC methods to substantiate 85%+ cotton claim during customs review
• Include mill test certificates specifying yarn number calculation method to defend against audits
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring weight; use Z' (grams/m²) formula for precision