Printed Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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