Unbleached Polyester-Viscose Blend Poplin Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is primarily composed of polyester synthetic filaments mixed with viscose artificial filaments, unbleached for industrial dyeing. It qualifies under HTS 5407.91.20.10 as an unbleached woven fabric of synthetic filament yarn mixed mainly with artificial filaments. The poplin weave and weight meet chapter 54 specifications for non-square construction plain weave.
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 filament composition via lab tests to confirm artificial content exceeds 50%; declare exact yarn numbers to avoid reclassification
• Ensure no bleaching or finishing to stay in unbleached category; common pitfall is mislabeling dyed goods