Polyester Staple Oxford Poplin Alternative from Germany
Oxford-style plain weave fabric from polyester staple fibers over 170 g/m² with average yarn number below 26, excluded from poplin definition per note (a)(ii), thus oxford under 5512.19.00.50. Commonly used for men's button-down shirts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document yarn number averages to prove exclusion from poplin/broadcloth under note (a)
• Ensure no napping that could mimic sheeting fabrics; plain oxford weave required