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Polyester-Cotton Printed Poplin Shirt Fabric

This printed poplin fabric is woven from less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with polyester filaments, featuring a plain weave not of square construction for a smooth, crisp finish ideal for shirts. It meets Chapter 55 statistical note (a) for poplin or broadcloth, distinguishing it from heavier or low-density weaves. Commonly used in apparel for its lightweight durability and vibrant print patterns.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	14.9%	+37.5%	52.4%
🇲🇽Mexico	14.9%	+10.0%	24.9%
🇨🇦Canada	14.9%	+10.0%	24.9%
🇩🇪Germany	14.9%	—	14.9%
🇯🇵Japan	14.9%	—	14.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5515.12.00Lower: 49.5% vs 52.4%

If containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers

Purity threshold shifts to heading 5515 for fabrics predominantly of artificial staple without filament mix.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 52.4%

If mixed mainly with cotton staple instead of filaments

Filament mix defines 5516; staple cotton blend moves to Chapter 54 woven filament fabrics.

5211.52.00Lower: 45.6% vs 52.4%

If mixed with cotton but unprinted

Printed status places in 5516.24; unprinted cotton-artificial blends fall under Chapter 52.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% artificial staple fibers mixed with filaments, as misclassification to 5515 can occur

• Provide weave specifications (plain, not square) and weight (<170 g/m² typical for poplin) in documentation to match statistical note (a)

• Ensure print is post-weave to avoid reclassification under unprinted headings; common pitfall is undervaluing printed premium

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