Printed Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Mexico
This printed poplin fabric is woven from 65% polyester filament and 35% cotton yarns, weighing around 120 gsm with a plain weave not of square construction. It qualifies under HTS 5407.84.00.10 as a printed poplin or broadcloth containing less than 85% synthetic filaments mixed mainly with cotton. Commonly used for lightweight dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetics; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Provide weave specs and gsm documentation to prove poplin definition compliance (not square construction)
• Ensure printing is post-weave to avoid heading 5407.51 misclassification