Printed Cotton Twill Poplin Shirt Fabric from China
This lightweight printed cotton fabric, weighing 180 g/m², contains 88% cotton and features a fine twill weave distinct from 3- or 4-thread twill. It is used primarily for dress shirts and blouses, classified under HTS 5208.59.20.95 due to its high cotton content, print finish, twill weave, and weight under 200 g/m². The 'other' subheading applies as it does not meet denim specifications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight via lab testing post-sizing removal to confirm under 200 g/m² as per Chapter 52 notes
• Provide mill test certificates for cotton content ≥85% and weave type to avoid reclassification
• Ensure print is considered a finishing process; declare if reactive or pigment printed for CBP scrutiny