Dyed Cotton-Polyester Poplin Work Shirt Fabric

This heavy poplin fabric, weighing over 200 g/m², is woven in a plain weave with 70% cotton and 30% polyester, dyed in solid colors. It falls under HTS 5211.31.00.20 as a dyed poplin or broadcloth mixed mainly with man-made fibers, meeting the 314 thread count specification for durability in workwear. Ideal for uniforms and industrial shirts due to its robust structure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.1%+35.0%43.1%
🇲🇽Mexico8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇨🇦Canada8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇩🇪Germany8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇯🇵Japan8.1%+10.0%18.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

5210.31Lower: 25.5% vs 43.1%

If undyed (greige)

Undyed plain weave poplin or broadcloth shifts to heading 5210 for unbleached or bleached fabrics.

5211.41.00.20Same rate: 43.1%

If printed instead of piece-dyed

Printed designs on this fabric type classify under 5211.41 for printed plain weave poplin/broadcloth.

5209.42.00Higher: 43.4% vs 43.1%

If qualifying as denim weave

If 3- or 4-thread twill with specific colored yarns per subheading note, it moves to 5209.42 denim classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers; provide certificates for CBP review

Measure weight precisely post-sizing removal and ensure plain weave poplin structure with ~314 threads per tariff note

Include dyeing process documentation; watch for quotas on cotton content if from restricted countries

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