Bleached Poly-Cotton Poplin Canvas from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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