Printed Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Germany
This lightweight printed poplin fabric is made from 60% cotton and 40% polyester, weighing 150 g/m² with an average yarn number of 40, classifying it under HTS 5210.51.40 due to its plain weave, printing, low cotton content, and coarse yarn count. It's commonly used for casual shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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 fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% cotton; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Provide weave analysis and yarn number calculations per US notes using formulas like N = BYT/1,000
• Include printing process documentation to distinguish from unbleached or dyed fabrics