Cotton-Linen Poplin Blend Fabric

A plain weave poplin fabric made from a blend of 60% cotton and 40% linen (other vegetable fiber), weighing 180 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and picks per cm², not of square construction. Classified under HTS 5311.00.30.55 as poplin or broadcloth containing cotton and other vegetable fibers like linen, subject to man-made fiber restraints due to processing characteristics. Ideal for lightweight shirts and blouses.

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.

5211.52.00Higher: 43.1% vs 35%

If predominantly cotton with man-made fibers exceeding vegetable fibers

Shifts to Chapter 52 cotton fabrics when cotton >50% and man-made dominant over other veg fibers.

5309.21Lower: 10% vs 35%

If 100% linen or pure vegetable fiber without cotton

Pure linen woven fabrics fall under heading 5309 for single vegetable fibers, excluding blends.

5311.00.60.00Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If weighing over 200 g/m²

Heavier poplin/broadcloth exceeds statistical note (b) weight limit, moving to other veg fiber category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact weave and construction meets poplin definition (plain weave, not square, ≤200g/m², ≤33 ends/picks per cm²) with lab tests to avoid reclassification

Provide detailed fiber content breakdown and yarn specs in entry docs; man-made restraints require quota monitoring