5211.11.00.20/Poly-Cotton Poplin Work Shirt Fabric/Japan

Poly-Cotton Poplin Work Shirt Fabric from Japan

This heavy-weight poplin fabric, weighing over 200 g/m², contains 70% cotton mixed with 30% polyester man-made fibers and features a plain weave with a distinct crosswise rib characteristic of poplin or broadcloth. It is unbleached, falling under HTS 5211.11.00.20 due to its specific weave, weight, low cotton content, and unbleached state as defined in Chapter 52 notes. Commonly used for durable workwear shirts.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton mixed mainly with man-made fibers; discrepancies lead to reclassification

• Provide weave structure documentation proving plain weave poplin/broadcloth with average yarn number qualifying for (314) category

• Watch quota limits on cotton imports and ensure no sizing exceeds standards per US notes for accurate weight measurement