Dyed Polyester Poplin Fabric from Japan
This is a plain weave polyester fabric weighing over 170 g/m², dyed uniformly, containing 95% polyester filaments meeting poplin specifications per statistical note (c). It falls under HTS 5407.72.00 as a dyed woven fabric with 85% or more synthetic filaments. Commonly used for shirts and blouses.
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 yarn number and weave comply with poplin definition (not square construction, average yarn >26) via lab testing
• Include dyeing process certification and fiber content lab reports for CBP verification
• Avoid misclassification as sheeting by confirming non-square construction and weight specs