Dyed Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric
A plain weave dyed fabric containing 65% polyester staple fibers and 35% cotton, weighing 150 gsm, not of square construction. It qualifies under HTS 5516.42.00.90 as a woven fabric with less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton that is dyed and not specifically excluded. Used for shirts and blouses.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing <85% cotton mixed with man-made filaments
Switches to Chapter 52 if cotton dominates over staple fibers.
If containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers
Exceeds the <85% threshold, moving to higher staple fiber content heading.
If unbleached or bleached, not dyed
Color process determines subheading; dyed specifically under .42.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% artificial staple and cotton mix
• Provide mill test certificates for weight, weave, and dye process to Customs
• Avoid declaring as 100% cotton to prevent Chapter 52 reclassification
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