Polyester Poplin Alternative for Blouses from China
This fabric mimics poplin but uses high-twist polyester yarns (75-80 dtex, 24 fil, 900+ tpm) wholly polyester for blouse production. Classified in HTS 5407.61.91.00 excluding standard poplin per statistical notes, as other 85%+ non-textured polyester woven. Provides lightweight structure without napping.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Reference statistical note (c) in declarations to distinguish from poplin/broadcloth exclusions
• Provide weight per sqm data (<170 gsm likely) to align with non-poplin definitions