Polyester-Cotton Printed Poplin Shirt Fabric

This lightweight printed poplin fabric, weighing under 170 g/m², is woven from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton (less than 85% polyester). It features a plain weave not of square construction, fitting the definition of poplin or broadcloth in HTS 5513.41.0020 due to its structure and fiber composition.

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.

5513.21.00Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If unbleached or bleached, not printed

Printed fabrics specifically classify under 5513.41, while unprinted versions fall under 5513.21 for same composition and weave.

5208.52.40Lower: 46.4% vs 49.9%

If cotton content exceeds 85% with minor polyester

Higher cotton dominance changes heading to Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics from Chapter 55 synthetic staple mixes.

5514.41.00Same rate: 49.9%

If weight exceeds 170 g/m²

Weight threshold separates subheadings within Chapter 55; heavier poplin moves to 5514 for >170 g/m² fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% polyester mixed mainly with cotton, as misdeclaration shifts to other subheadings

Provide weave structure documentation proving non-square construction to qualify as poplin/broadcloth

Ensure weight certification <170 g/m²; common pitfall is incorrect measurement leading to higher-duty categories