Cotton-Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric from Germany
This is a plain weave poplin fabric made from a blend of less than 85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m² with non-square construction. It qualifies as poplin or broadcloth under HTS 5516.41.0010 due to its specific weave and yarn characteristics excluding the noted exceptions. Commonly used for shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton; ensure weave meets poplin/broadcloth statistical note excluding low-density or heavy yarn types
• Provide mill certificates for bleaching status; watch for misclassification as 100% cotton sheeting