5209.11.00.20/Heavy Unbleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric/China

Heavy Unbleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from China

This unbleached poplin fabric, made from 100% cotton with over 85% cotton content, weighs 250 g/m² and features a plain weave with a finer crosswise rib characteristic of poplin or broadcloth. It is classified under HTS 5209.11.00.20 due to its unbleached state, heavy weight exceeding 200 g/m², and specific poplin weave structure as defined in subheading notes. Commonly used for durable work shirts and uniforms.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
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Import Tips

• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide weave certification to confirm poplin structure per subheading note

• Include mill test certificate showing ≥85% cotton content and unbleached status; check for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports

• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no bleaching or dyeing; common pitfall is incorrect yarn number calculation using US note formulas