Cotton-Linen Poplin Broadcloth Fabric from Germany
This plain weave poplin fabric is made from a blend of cotton and linen (other vegetable fibers) with man-made fibers, weighing over 200 g/m² with average yarn number above 26, classifying it as poplin or broadcloth under HTS 5311.00.30.05 due to its non-square construction and cotton restraint status. It's commonly used for lightweight apparel and linings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab tests to confirm cotton and other vegetable fiber predominance for 5311 classification
• Monitor cotton restraint quotas (category 314); obtain necessary visas for restricted imports
• Provide weave specifications and yarn number documentation to avoid misclassification as sheeting