Natural Cotton Poplin Upholstery Fabric

Heavyweight unbleached poplin fabric at 220 g/m², 88% cotton, plain weave with poplin ribbing, suited for chair covers and cushions. Classified in HTS 5209.11.00.20 matching criteria: ≥85% cotton, >200 g/m², unbleached, poplin/broadcloth weave as per notes. Raw state allows dyers flexibility.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5209.12.00Same rate: 41.5%

If 3-thread or 4-thread twill

Twill weaves, even unbleached over 200 g/m², classify under 5209.12 instead of plain weave poplin.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 41.5%

If containing ≥85% textured polyester

Predominantly synthetic woven fabrics shift to Chapter 54 man-made fibers.

5903.90.10Lower: 37.7% vs 41.5%

If coated with PVC for textile use

Surface treatments like PVC coating move to Chapter 59 imitation leather.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use square meters per kg (S) in yarn number formula per US note (b) to confirm classification density

Ensure no selvage exclusions affect weave verification; provide government certification if hand-loomed

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