Heavyweight Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.9%
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 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