Printed Cotton-Poly Poplin Shirt Fabric from Germany
This lightweight printed poplin fabric, weighing 150 g/m², is made from 60% cotton and 40% polyester staple fibers, featuring a plain weave not of square construction. It qualifies as poplin or broadcloth under statistical note (a) due to its construction and weight under 170 g/m². Primarily used for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic staple; ensure printing is considered 'printed' per HTS note
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as unprinted under 5513.41; provide weave specs to CBP