Fine Poplin Poly-Cotton Shirt Material

Unbleached fine poplin plain weave fabric, 68% polyester staple fibers with cotton, 165 g/m², meeting poplin criteria (not low density excluded). HTS 5513.11.00.20 for this lightweight synthetic-cotton mixed broadcloth. Premium shirt and dress material.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5209.42Lower: 18.4% vs 49.9%

If printed and cotton-dominant

Printed cotton fabrics >85% cotton in Chapter 52.

5516.41Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If knitted after import

Post-import knitting doesn't affect entry, but fabric is woven only.

9404.90Lower: 17.3% vs 49.9%

If incorporated into upholstery sets

Furniture textile sets classify in Chapter 94.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'poplin (614)' in docs matching statistical note for quick CBP review

Bundle with dyeing plans if further processed domestically

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Polyester-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric

This plain weave fabric is made from unbleached polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing 150 g/m², certified as poplin due to its uneven construction with finer warp yarns. It falls under HTS 5513.11.00.20 as a poplin or broadcloth fabric under 170 g/m² with less than 85% synthetic content. Commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.

Bleached Poly-Cotton Broadcloth for Blouses

A bleached plain weave broadcloth of polyester staple fibers (70%) and cotton (30%), 140 g/m², not square construction qualifying as broadcloth per Chapter 55 notes. Classified in HTS 5513.11.00.20 for its poplin/broadcloth structure and mixed fiber composition under 170 g/m². Ideal for lightweight women's blouses and linings.

Lightweight Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Lining

Bleached broadcloth fabric, 65% polyester staple fibers mixed with cotton, 130 g/m² plain weave, qualifying as broadcloth (plain, not square per notes). Under HTS 5513.11.00.20 for unbleached/bleached poplin or broadcloth of polyester-cotton mix <170 g/m². Primarily for garment linings and interfacings.

Bleached Broadcloth for Tailored Apparel

Bleached broadcloth of polyester staple (78%) mainly with cotton, 152 g/m² plain weave, broadcloth per notes excluding heavy/low yarn types. Under HTS 5513.11.00.20 for poplin or broadcloth specs. For tailored shirts and jackets.

Unbleached Poplin Fabric for Dress Shirts

Unbleached plain weave poplin fabric with 75% polyester staple and 25% cotton, 160 g/m², featuring finer warp for poplin definition per notes (not square, over 170g excluded types). HTS 5513.11.00.20 applies to this lightweight mixed synthetic-cotton fabric. Used in formal dress shirt production.

Poplin Weave Polyester-Cotton for Casual Wear

Unbleached poplin fabric with polyester staple (80%) and cotton, 155 g/m², plain weave not meeting excluded low-density types in notes. HTS 5513.11.00.20 covers this specific mixed fiber poplin/broadcloth under 170 g/m². Suited for casual shirts and summer apparel.