Charcoal Cotton-Lycra Heavy Poplin Blend from Mexico
Woven poplin fabric of 78% cotton and 22% Lycra, 230 g/m², dyed charcoal gray for shirting/upholstery. HTS 5211.39.00 covers this dyed, heavy, mixed cotton 'other fabric' weave.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation shows post-weave dyeing to distinguish from 5212 yarn-dyed
• Test for exact weight >200 g/m² after sizing removal; common pitfall in heavy blends
• Declare commercial vs industrial end-use if questioned, though classification is material-based