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Polyester Multi-Color Poplin Fabric from Germany

This woven polyester fabric contains over 85% synthetic filaments with yarns of different colors, weighing under 170 g/m², used for lightweight shirts and blouses. It falls under HTS 5407.73.20.15 due to its multi-color yarn composition and specific weight limit as defined in chapter statistical notes for woven synthetic fabrics. Not of square construction, qualifying as poplin or broadcloth per note (c).

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify yarn color differentiation and weight certification to confirm ≤170 g/m² compliance with statistical note (b)

• Provide lab test reports on filament content (>85% synthetic) to avoid misclassification under blended fabric headings

• Label selvages accurately as they are excluded from weave and weight calculations per statistical note (a)