Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirting Fabric #80 from Germany
This lightweight woven fabric is made from 60% cotton and 40% polyester yarns of number 80 (finer than 69), weighing 170 g/m² with a plain weave and yarns of different colors for subtle patterns. It falls under HTS 5210.41.80.00 due to its cotton content under 85%, mixed with man-made fibers, fine yarn count, and low weight. Commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify yarn number via lab testing using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm #69 or higher
• Provide detailed fiber content breakdown and weight certificates to avoid misclassification as coarser fabrics
• Check for 'dyed' vs 'different colors' distinction; mixed color yarns must show clear contrast in warp/weft