Poly-Cotton Dyed Poplin Shirt Fabric from China
This lightweight woven fabric is made from 70% cotton and 30% polyester, dyed evenly throughout, with an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5210.31.80 due to its plain weave, weight under 170 g/m², and high yarn count. It is commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
53%
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 fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and MMF mix; provide detailed composition certificates
• Measure average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing for accurate classification
• Ensure dyeing is uniform and fabric weight ≤200 g/m²; common pitfall is misclassifying heavier blends