Dyed Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric from Mexico
A lightweight plain weave poplin fabric weighing 150 g/m², dyed in solid colors, containing 60% polyester staple fibers and 40% cotton. It falls under HTS 5513.29.00 as a dyed woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, under 170 g/m², not specifically classified as poplin or broadcloth per statistical notes due to construction specs. Commonly used for shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton
• Ensure weight documentation shows ≤170 g/m²; provide mill test certificates to avoid misclassification
• Declare dye type and fastness properties to prevent issues with colorfastness regulations