Printed Cotton-Polyester Blend Poplin Fabric from China
This woven poplin fabric contains 70% cotton and 30% polyester filament yarn, printed with floral patterns. It falls under HTS 5407.84.00.90 as a printed woven fabric with less than 85% synthetic filaments mixed mainly with cotton. Used for lightweight shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% synthetics; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Include detailed weave specs and print process in invoices to avoid scrutiny under chapter notes
• Ensure printing is post-weaving to qualify as 'printed' fabric, not dyed yarn