Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric from Germany
This is an unbleached plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric weighing over 170 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per cm², qualifying as poplin or broadcloth per statistical note (a). It contains 85% or more polyester staple fibers and is used for lightweight apparel linings. Classified under 5512.11.0010 due to its unbleached state and specific construction.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight and weave construction match poplin definition to avoid reclassification; provide lab test reports confirming 85%+ polyester staple fiber content; ensure no napping if declared as standard poplin to prevent duty disputes