Unbleached Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric
This unbleached woven fabric is made from 65% polyester filament yarn and 35% cotton, classified as poplin or broadcloth due to its plain weave, non-square construction, and weight under 170 g/m² with uneven thread counts. It meets HTS 5407.81.0010 specifications for unbleached fabrics containing less than 85% synthetic filaments mixed mainly with cotton. Commonly used for casual shirts and blouses.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If synthetic content ≤10% or negligible
Falls under cotton woven fabrics (Chapter 52) if primarily cotton with minimal synthetics, excluding synthetic filament headings.
If dyed or printed
Dyed or printed versions shift to 5407.61, as 5407.81 covers only unbleached/bleached states.
If weight >170 g/m²
Heavier poplin/broadcloth moves to 5407.82; statistical notes define poplin by weight and construction limits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetics; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Include mill certificates showing unbleached/bleached status and weave type to avoid audits
• Check yarn twist (<472 turns/m) and construction to match poplin definition; common pitfall is mislabeling as sheeting
Related Products under HTS 5407.81.00.10
Bleached Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Dress Lining
Bleached broadcloth fabric blending 70% polyester filaments with 30% cotton, featuring plain weave not of square construction and suitable thread density for poplin classification per statistical note (c). Imported unbleached or bleached under HTS 5407.81.0010 for less than 85% synthetics mixed with cotton. Ideal for dress linings and lightweight apparel.
Unbleached Poplin Fabric for Casual Button-Down Shirts
Unbleached poplin of 75% polyester filaments mixed solely with cotton (<85% total synthetics), plain weave not square per note (c)(i). HTS 5407.81.0010 applies to such other woven fabrics. Standard for casual button-down shirt production.
Bleached Poly-Cotton Poplin for Uniform Shirts
Bleached poplin broadcloth fabric, 65/35 polyester filament-cotton blend, <170 g/m² plain weave excluding printcloth specs. Meets all 5407.81.0010 criteria for unbleached/bleached mixed fabrics. Designed for uniform and hospitality shirts.
Unbleached Broadcloth Poly-Cotton for Aprons
Unbleached broadcloth with polyester filaments <85% and cotton, plain weave napped but poplin-defined. HTS 5407.81.0010 for such apparel fabrics.
Bleached Poplin Fabric for Women's Tops
Bleached 68% poly/32% cotton poplin, plain weave per notes. HTS 5407.81.0010.
Unbleached Poly-Cotton Broadcloth for Crafts
Unbleached broadcloth for DIY crafts, 70/30 blend. HTS 5407.81.0010 poplin.