Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric

This is an unbleached woven fabric made from polyester filament yarn, classified as poplin due to its plain weave and non-square construction. It falls under HTS 5407.91.20 as an unbleached synthetic filament woven fabric not specified elsewhere in the heading. Commonly used for shirt linings or lightweight apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅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 printed

Printed synthetic filament fabrics shift to dyed or printed category under 5407.51, regardless of bleach state.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If dyed

Dyed unbleached or bleached fabrics fall under colored woven fabrics heading 5407.61.

5513.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If made from staple fibers instead of filament

Synthetic fabrics from filament tow or staple fibers (Chapter 55) classify under 5513, not filament Chapter 54.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify weave type and yarn count meet poplin definition (plain weave, not square construction) to avoid misclassification

β€’ Provide lab test reports confirming 100% synthetic filament yarn and unbleached state for customs clearance