Unbleached Cotton-Polyester Poplin Shirt Fabric from Germany
This unbleached poplin fabric is made from 70% cotton and 30% polyester, weighing 180 g/m² with a plain weave and yarn number 42, classifying it under HTS 5210.11.40.20 as a poplin or broadcloth of number 42 or lower. It is commonly used for dress shirts and blouses due to its smooth finish and durability.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers for accurate classification
• Provide weave structure documentation proving plain weave poplin with yarn number 42 or lower to avoid reclassification
• Check for quantitative restrictions on cotton content and ensure weight does not exceed 200 g/m² post-sizing removal