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Bleached Cotton Poplin Work Apron Fabric from China

This heavy bleached cotton poplin fabric, weighing over 200 g/m² with a yarn number of 314, is designed for durable work aprons in industrial settings. It falls under HTS 5212.22.60.20 as a bleached woven cotton fabric classified as poplin or broadcloth due to its fine, crosswise ribbed structure and specified metrics. The bleaching process ensures a clean white base suitable for further printing or use.

Duty Rate — China → United States

45.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² and calculate average yarn number per US Note (a) using lab testing to confirm 314 classification

• Provide bleaching process documentation and ensure no excessive sizing remains, as per US note measurement standards

• Avoid misclassification as lighter fabrics under 5209; include mill test certificates for weight and weave

Bleached Cotton Poplin Work Apron Fabric from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5212.22.60.20