Poly-Cotton Yarn-Dyed Poplin from Mexico
Poplin-style plain weave fabric at 145 g/m², 68% polyester staple fibers mixed solely with cotton, yarn-dyed in multiple colors. Falls under HTS 5513.31.00.00 for plain weave poly-cotton blends <85% synthetic, ≤170 g/m², with different color yarns. Suited for men's dress shirts.
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
• Reference chapter note (a) for poplin definition in invoices to aid classification
• Use certified weigh scales for GSM verification; exceeding 170 g/m² changes heading
• Prepare for CBP exams on color fastness for yarn-dyed textiles