Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric from China
This is a plain weave unbleached polyester fabric containing over 85% polyester filaments, weighing around 120 gsm with non-square construction, fitting the definition of poplin per statistical note (c). It is used for lightweight apparel linings and casual shirts. Classified under 5407.69.10 as unbleached woven fabric of predominantly polyester filaments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% polyester via lab tests to confirm classification under 5407.69
• Include weave construction details in invoices to distinguish from sheeting or printcloth per statistical notes
• Ensure unbleached status is documented; any dyeing shifts to other subheadings