Heavy Dyed Cotton Poplin for Aprons from China
Dyed cotton poplin fabric weighing more than 200 g/m², used for protective aprons and uniforms. Falls under HTS 5212.23.60 as other woven, dyed cotton fabrics over the weight limit, with a fine crosswise rib but not satin or twill. Provides a smooth, sturdy surface.
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
• Ensure commercial invoice specifies 'dyed even shade, not printed' to match subheading
• Test for excessive sizing and document post-boiling weight per US note (b)
• Monitor country-specific cotton quotas in US notes if fabric derives from restricted raw cotton