Napped Blue Denim Poplin
This is a napped plain weave poplin fabric made from 100% acrylic staple fibres, dyed blue denim, weighing over 170 g/m² with an average yarn number below 26. It is classified under tariff item 5512.29.00 as a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibres containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic staple fibres, other than unbleached, bleached or printed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
Unbleached or bleached napped poplin of acrylic staple fibres falls under subheading 5512.11.
If the fabric is printed
Printed napped poplin of acrylic staple fibres is classified under subheading 5512.19.
If the fabric has a cut pile surface
Woven pile fabrics of synthetic staple fibres are classified in heading 5801.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If the fabric is napped, ensure it is still a woven fabric and not a pile fabric of Chapter 58
• Confirm the acrylic content is 85% or more by weight
• Keep construction details (yarn count, weight) for CBSA verification
• If the fabric is cut to shape for jackets or bags, it may be classified as a made-up article
Related Products under Tariff item 5512.29.00
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Acrylic Bag Lining Fabric
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Acrylic Blue Denim for Upholstery
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Acrylic Blue Denim Sheeting
This is a square construction plain weave blue denim fabric made from 90%+ acrylic staple fibres, weighing over 170 g/m² with a yarn number of 27 or higher. It does not qualify as poplin or broadcloth per the statistical notes, and is classified under tariff item 5512.29.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres.
Acrylic Blue Denim Tote Fabric
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This is an open plain weave fabric made from 95% acrylic staple fibres, designed for industrial straining applications. Its low density of fewer than 33 ends and picks per centimetre gives it a cheesecloth-like structure, but its specific composition and use place it under tariff item 5512.29.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres.