Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric

This lightweight printed cotton poplin fabric weighs 180 g/m² and features colorful floral patterns printed on one side. It falls under HTS 5212.15.60 as a woven cotton fabric weighing not more than 200 g/m² that is printed and not specifically provided for elsewhere in the chapter. The fabric is ideal for making 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.

5208.52.40Higher: 46.4% vs 42.8%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed printed cotton fabrics qualify under heading 5208 for special cottage industry provisions.

5211Lower: 18.1% vs 42.8%

If weighing more than 200 g/m²

Heavier printed cotton fabrics >200 g/m² are classified in 5211.15, changing the duty structure.

5210Lower: 17.8% vs 42.8%

If of 3- or 4-thread twill weave including denim

Twill weave printed fabrics move to heading 5210 regardless of weight.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight does not exceed 200 g/m² with lab testing to confirm classification under this subheading

Provide detailed printing process documentation and yarn count details to avoid misclassification as plain weave

Ensure fiber content is 100% cotton or blended appropriately; blends over 85% cotton may shift to Chapter 55

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