5210.11.80.20 - Poplin or broadcloth (314)

This HTS subcategory specifically classifies poplin or broadcloth woven fabrics of cotton. These fabrics are characterized by their plain weave construction, generally featuring a high thread count that creates a smooth, crisp finish. To fall under this heading, the fabric must contain less than 85 percent by weight of cotton, with the remainder being primarily man-made fibers. Furthermore, the fabric must not exceed a weight of 200 g/m². The designation "(314)" likely refers to an internal classification note or statistical suffix.

Poplin and broadcloth are distinguished from sibling categories such as cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes by their distinct weave structure and resulting fabric characteristics. While all may be plain weaves, poplin and broadcloth are known for their denser, more uniform weave and often a slightly ribbed appearance perpendicular to the warp. This contrasts with the more open or sheer construction typically found in lawns, voiles, and batistes, or the very open weave of cheesecloth.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS system, there are no further subcategories. Classification within 5210.11.80.20 relies on meeting all the preceding criteria: being a woven fabric of cotton containing less than 85 percent cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers, weighing not more than 200 g/m², of plain weave, and specifically identified as poplin or broadcloth. The "Of number 69 or higher number" refers to the yarn count, indicating finer yarns are used in the construction of these specific fabrics.