Heavyweight Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric

This printed poplin fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight and weighs 220 g/m², classified under HTS 5209.51.60.25 due to its plain weave structure, poplin characteristics, and printed finish. It is commonly used for dress shirts and blouses requiring a crisp, heavyweight feel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+35.0%43.4%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪Germany8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇯🇵Japan8.4%+10.0%18.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

5209.51.60Same rate: 43.4%

If certified hand-loomed

Certified hand-loomed fabrics of this type qualify for a specific subheading under US notes for Chapter 52.

5208.51.40Lower: 43.1% vs 43.4%

If unbleached or bleached, not printed

Printed finish moves it to heading 5209; without printing, it falls under 5208 for unprinted plain weave fabrics.

5211.51.00Lower: 35% vs 43.4%

If cotton content under 85% due to blends

Chapter 52 notes specify 85%+ cotton for 5209; blends drop to 5211 for mixed cotton fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide mill test certificates to confirm cotton content over 85%

Ensure printing is considered a finishing process; declare as 'printed' to avoid reclassification to unbleached subheadings