5208.11.40.20 - Poplin or broadcloth (314) 🖩

This HTS classification covers unbleached poplin or broadcloth woven fabrics of cotton, meeting specific weight and weave criteria. To fall under this category, the fabric must contain 85% or more cotton by weight, weigh no more than 200 g/m², and be of a plain weave structure weighing no more than 100 g/m². The specific designation "of numbers 43 to 68" within the description indicates that the fabric falls within a particular range of yarn counts, further refining its classification.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 5208.11.40.20 specifically identifies poplin or broadcloth. This contrasts with sibling categories that might cover sheeting (characterized by a simpler, often coarser weave), printcloth (typically a finer, more uniform plain weave used for printing), or cheesecloth (a very open-weave fabric). While all are unbleached, plain-weave cotton fabrics under a certain weight, the weave structure and end-use characteristics differentiate poplin and broadcloth, which are generally known for their fine, even texture and smooth finish.

As this classification represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification under 5208.11.40.20 is on meticulously verifying the fabric's weight, cotton content, weave type, and adherence to the specified yarn count range to ensure accurate tariff application.