Black Polyester-Cotton Poplin Blouse Material from Mexico
Weighing 160 g/m², this black-dyed plain weave poplin fabric blends 60% polyester staple fibers with 40% cotton, non-square construction per note (a), suited for tailored blouses. It qualifies under HTS 5513.21.0020 for dyed, lightweight polyester-cotton poplins.
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
• Conduct independent weave and weight tests for CBP verification; declare exact dye process to distinguish from yarn-dyed
• Pitfall: over 85% polyester reclassifies to higher-duty 5513.11