Polyester-Cotton Printed Poplin Shirt Fabric

This printed woven fabric is made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², and certified as poplin or broadcloth due to its plain weave construction not meeting square weave criteria. It features vibrant patterns suitable for custom shirt making. Classified under 5514.41.0020 for its specific composition, weight, printing, and weave type.

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.

5211.43.00Lower: 43.1% vs 49.9%

If containing 85% or more cotton by weight

Shifts to Chapter 52 for cotton woven fabrics when cotton exceeds 85%, regardless of polyester content.

5514.43.00Lower: 35% vs 49.9%

If 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave

Chapter 55 excludes twill weaves from poplin/broadcloth; classified by weave type in same subheading.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 49.9%

If printed then coated with plastics

Post-printing coating moves to Chapter 59 for textile fabrics impregnated or laminated with plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% polyester with cotton main mix; mislabeling leads to reclassification

Provide weave specs and weight certificates to prove poplin/broadcloth status per Chapter 55 notes

Ensure printing is post-weave to avoid Chapter 59 coated fabric headings