Flax-Cotton Blend Poplin Fabric

A plain weave poplin fabric containing 70% flax, 20% cotton, and 10% polyester, weighing 180 g/m² with less than 85% flax by weight. Classified under HTS 5309.29.30.20 as a woven flax fabric with cotton and man-made fibers, subject to cotton restraints due to its cotton content. Meets poplin definition as plain weave not of square construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5210.49.60Higher: 45.4% vs 35%

If cotton exceeds 70% by weight

Predominantly cotton fabrics with man-made fibers shift to Chapter 52, regardless of flax content.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If man-made fibers form the predominant component

Fabrics where synthetics exceed other fibers classify under Chapter 54 woven man-made fiber headings.

5309.21Lower: 10% vs 35%

If flax content reaches 85% or more

Pure flax fabrics (≥85%) move to the higher purity subheading within the same chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact fiber composition via lab testing to confirm <85% flax and cotton/man-made mix for proper Chapter 53 classification

Include cotton restraint documentation and mill certificates showing yarn counts to avoid reclassification during customs exam

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Flax-Cotton-Viscose Blend Drapery Fabric

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Linen-Cotton-Poly Blend Upholstery Fabric

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Flax-Cotton Twill Blended Fabric

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