Dyed Rayon Poplin Fabric from China

A plain weave dyed fabric made from 100% rayon filament yarn, weighing approximately 120 gsm, used for blouses and linings. It falls under HTS 5408.22.90 as a dyed woven fabric containing 85% or more artificial filament (rayon) and not specifically classified as poplin or broadcloth per statistical notes due to its construction exceeding defined limits. This high-rayon content distinguishes it from synthetic filament fabrics.

Duty Rate — China → United States

49.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ artificial filament like rayon, as blends under 85% shift to 5408.32

Provide dyeing process documentation and colorfastness certificates to avoid reclassification during customs inspection

Label width, weight, and weave type accurately; exceeding poplin specs (e.g

>170gsm or yarn number limits) keeps it in 'other'