5209.11.00.20/Heavy Unbleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric/Germany

Heavy Unbleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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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