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Bleached Poly-Cotton Poplin Canvas

This heavy bleached plain weave fabric contains 70% cotton mixed with 30% polyester, weighing 250 g/m², suitable for durable workwear and upholstery. It falls under HTS 5211.20.21 due to its plain weave structure, bleached finish, cotton content under 85%, and weight exceeding 200 g/m². The man-made fiber blend enhances durability while maintaining breathability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+37.5%45.9%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5209.42.00Same rate: 45.9%

If yarns form denim twill weave per subheading note

Denim-specific twill with defined color yarn pattern shifts to 5209, even with MMF if qualifying.

5210.21Lower: 25% vs 45.9%

If unbleached instead of bleached

Bleaching process determines subheading; unbleached falls under 5210 plain weave.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 45.9%

If man-made fibers exceed cotton, making MMF principal

Classification by predominant fiber; >50% MMF moves to Chapter 54 woven fabrics.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify exact fiber composition via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton; misdeclaration risks penalties

• Provide bleaching certification and weight documentation (g/m²) in commercial invoice

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 100% cotton (5208); MMF changes chapter