Heavyweight Dyed Cotton Poplin Work Shirt Fabric from China
This is a dyed poplin woven cotton fabric weighing over 200 g/m², classified under HTS 5212.23.60.20 due to its fine, tightly woven structure typical of poplin or broadcloth with an average yarn number of 314. It is commonly used for durable work shirts and uniforms in industrial settings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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 via lab testing and ensure average yarn number meets 314 metric for poplin/broadcloth classification
• Provide dyeing process documentation and fiber content certificate (100% cotton) to avoid reclassification to lighter fabrics