Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric

This is a plain weave unbleached polyester fabric weighing 140 g/m², containing 90% non-textured polyester filaments, classified as a flat fabric under HTS 5407.61.99.05 due to its construction not meeting poplin exclusions and being under 170 g/m². It is used for lightweight apparel linings and blouses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.61Same rate: 49.9%

If dyed or printed

Dyed or printed versions of the same fabric shift to other color subheadings within 5407.61.

5407Same rate: 49.9%

If containing <85% polyester filaments

Lower polyester content moves it to mixed filament subheadings under 5407.62.

5513.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If made from polyester staple fibers instead of filaments

Woven fabrics from staple fibers (not filaments) fall under Chapter 55 headings like 5513.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact weight per m² and filament content via lab testing to confirm ≤170 g/m² and ≥85% polyester

Provide mill certificates documenting non-textured polyester filaments and unbleached/bleached status

Avoid misclassification as printcloth by ensuring it does not meet the specific density and yarn number criteria

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