Heavy Poly-Cotton Poplin for Uniforms

Unbleached poplin fabric exceeding 200 g/m², with 65% cotton and 35% man-made fibers in a plain weave, precisely matching HTS 5211.11.00.20 criteria including broadcloth structure. Used for industrial uniforms requiring durability without bleaching.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.7%+35.0%42.7%
🇲🇽Mexico7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇨🇦Canada7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇩🇪Germany7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇯🇵Japan7.7%+10.0%17.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5209.11.00Lower: 41.5% vs 42.7%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed status per US notes shifts to heading 5208/5209 even for mixed fibers if certified.

5211.12.00Same rate: 42.7%

If 3-thread or 4-thread twill (denim-like)

Denim definition in subheading notes applies twill weaves to 5211.42, not plain weave here.

5903.90.10.00Lower: 37.7% vs 42.7%

If coated or laminated for textile use

Surface treatment like coating moves to Chapter 59 for impregnated or coated textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure certification for non-power loom if claiming hand-loomed, per notes for heading 5209 applicability

Calculate fabric weight accurately after desizing to meet >200 g/m² threshold

Check country-specific cotton quotas in US notes to avoid entry restrictions

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