Geometric Printed Cotton-Rich Poplin from Germany
Printed poplin fabric at 160 g/m² with 80% cotton and 20% polyester staple, plain weave napped finish, not square. Fits poplin criteria under note (a)(i) as weight ≤170 g/m² with density excluding low-end types. Used for casual shirts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice with g/m² weight certification; ensure 'mixed mainly with cotton' claim matches lab report
• Avoid pitfall: napped finish doesn't change classification but document to prevent disputes