Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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