Polyester-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from China
A plain weave fabric with 88% polyester staple fibers and 12% cotton, designed as poplin with napped finish for shirting. Meets HTS 5512.99.0015 due to predominant synthetic staple content and poplin characteristics (non-square, >170 g/m²). Ideal for dress shirts and uniforms.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
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
• Submit detailed fiber content breakdown; importers often overlook staple vs filament distinction
• Ensure documentation shows plain weave and poplin specs to prevent downgrade to 5514 blends