Polyester-Cotton Printed Poplin Shirt Fabric

This plain weave fabric blends 65% polyester staple fibers with 35% cotton, weighing 150 g/m², and features a printed floral pattern. It qualifies under HTS 5513.41.00 as a printed plain weave fabric mixed mainly with polyester staple fibers and cotton, under 170 g/m². Commonly used for lightweight shirts and blouses.

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.

5211.42.00Lower: 43.1% vs 49.9%

If unbleached or bleached, not printed

Unprinted plain weave polyester-cotton fabrics under 170 g/m² shift to Chapter 52 for woven cotton base with man-made fibers.

5514.41.00Same rate: 49.9%

If weight exceeds 170 g/m²

Heavier printed plain weave polyester-cotton mixes fall into 5514 for weights over 170 g/m².

5513.21.00Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If unprinted plain weave

Plain weave but unprinted versions are classified under the non-printed subheading 5513.21.00.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm less than 85% polyester and mainly mixed with cotton for accurate classification

Provide weave analysis and weight certification (under 170 g/m²) to avoid misclassification as heavier fabrics

Ensure printing is on one or both sides; declare as 'printed' to match this subheading

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Geometric Printed Poplin Blend Fabric for Blouses

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Printed Poly-Cotton Printcloth for Casual Apparel

Plain weave printcloth, 155 g/m², 72% polyester staple fibers with cotton, printed all-over paisley. Fits HTS 5513.41.00 as printed plain weave under 170 g/m², matching printcloth note (c) specs: yarn 43-68, >33 singles/cm, square. Suited for casual shirts and dresses.

Animal Print Polyester-Cotton Lightweight Fabric

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Custom Printed Poly-Cotton Poplin for Uniforms

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Plaid Printed Poly-Cotton Sheeting for Crafts

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