Unbleached Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric from Canada

This plain weave fabric is unbleached, containing 70% artificial staple fibers mixed with 30% cotton, weighing 150 gsm with uneven construction fitting the poplin definition under chapter 55 notes. It is used for lightweight apparel like shirts. Classified under 5516.41.00 due to its unbleached state and specific fiber mix below 85% artificial staple.

Duty Rate — Canada → 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; discrepancies lead to reclassification

Provide mill certificates showing unbleached status to avoid bleaching process disputes at customs

Ensure weave matches poplin specs per statistical notes to prevent misfiling under sheeting categories