Cotton-Polyester Dyed Poplin Shirt Fabric from Canada
This woven fabric is a dyed poplin made from 60% cotton and 40% polyester staple fibers, weighing 180 g/m². It meets the Chapter 55 definition of poplin as a plain weave fabric not of square construction and over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26. Classified under HTS 5514.29.0010 due to its mixed composition, dyed finish, and poplin structure.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab test for <85% synthetic staple; declare weight accurately to confirm >170 g/m²
• Ensure plain weave documentation matches poplin definition excluding low yarn count exceptions
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as sheeting if square construction