Poly-Cotton Poplin Work Shirt Material from Germany
Durable poplin fabric combining 60% polyester filament yarn with 40% cotton, featuring colored yarns for subtle plaid effect, suited for uniform shirts. HTS 5407.83.0010 applies due to <85% synthetics mixed with cotton, different color yarns, and poplin characteristics (plain weave, not square, specific weight/density per note (c)). Often weighs 150-200 gsm.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber burn tests for customs verification; declare as 'mixed mainly with cotton' accurately
• Avoid selling as pure cotton to prevent penalties
• Check for origin rules if from China due to potential safeguards