Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric

This lightweight printed cotton poplin fabric weighs 180 g/m² and features a plain weave with colorful floral patterns printed on one side. It falls under HTS 5212.15.60.90 as a woven cotton fabric not of denim, weighing not more than 200 g/m², printed, and not specifically provided for elsewhere. Primarily used for crafting shirts and blouses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.8%+35.0%42.8%
🇲🇽Mexico7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇨🇦Canada7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇩🇪Germany7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇯🇵Japan7.8%+10.0%17.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

5211Lower: 18.1% vs 42.8%

If dyed rather than printed

Dyed woven cotton fabrics (not printed) shift to heading 5211, as printing defines the 5212 classification.

5208.52.40Higher: 46.4% vs 42.8%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed fabrics qualify under 5208 per US note, regardless of print, if certified by exporting country's government.

5212Same rate: 42.8%

If weighing over 200 g/m²

Weight threshold determines subheading; heavier printed cottons move to 5212.19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight does not exceed 200 g/m² post-scouring to confirm classification; provide lab test reports if challenged

Include detailed printing process documentation to distinguish from dyed fabrics under 5211

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring yarn number, which affects average 'number' calculation per US notes