Printed Polyester Poplin Fabric from Japan
A lightweight printed poplin fabric made from 100% polyester filament yarn, featuring plain weave construction not of square construction. It falls under HTS 5407.69.90 as a printed woven fabric containing 85% or more polyester filaments, other than specified types like sheeting. Commonly used for blouses and linings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify weave meets poplin definition (plain weave, not square construction) and confirm >=85% polyester via lab test for accurate classification
• Provide mill test certificate and printing process documentation to prove it's printed post-weaving
• Avoid misclassification as unprinted (5407.69.10) by submitting dyed/print samples if audited