Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric

This unbleached polyester poplin fabric is a plain weave synthetic filament textile weighing over 170 g/m² with non-square construction, fitting the definition of poplin or broadcloth per statistical note (c). It is used for lightweight apparel linings and casual shirts. Classified under HTS 5407.91.2020 as unbleached woven fabric of synthetic filaments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.51.00Same rate: 49.9%

If containing 85% or more of textured polyester filament

Textured filament yarns change classification to heading 5407.51, separate from smooth filament poplin.

5407.92.20Same rate: 49.9%

If dyed or printed rather than unbleached

Coloration status moves it from unbleached/bleached (5407.91) to dyed provisions (5407.92).

5515.12.00Lower: 47% vs 49.9%

If made from synthetic staple fibers instead of filaments

Chapter 55 covers staple fiber fabrics, not filament yarns of Chapter 54.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric meets poplin/broadcloth criteria (plain weave, non-square, excludes specified weights/yarns) via lab testing for accurate HTS classification

Provide mill certificates confirming unbleached status and synthetic filament yarn composition to avoid reclassification as dyed (5407.92)