Unbleached Cotton Poplin Work Shirt Fabric from China
This unbleached poplin fabric, weighing over 200 g/m² with an average yarn number of 314, is used for manufacturing durable work shirts and uniforms. It falls under HTS 5212.21.60.20 as an unbleached woven cotton fabric classified as poplin or broadcloth due to its fine, tightly woven structure. The heavy weight makes it suitable for industrial and professional apparel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² and calculate average yarn number per US note formulas to confirm classification
• Obtain mill test certificates documenting unbleached state and cotton content to avoid reclassification as bleached
• Beware of quantitative restrictions on raw cotton; ensure fabric meets 'woven fabrics of Chapter 52' weave specifications