Polyester Poplin Dress Fabric from Canada
A lightweight plain weave polyester fabric classified as poplin due to its uneven construction with finer warp yarns and coarser filling yarns, weighing under 170 g/m² with over 33 ends and picks per cm. It contains 85% or more polyester staple fibers, fitting HTS 5512.19.0015 for poplin or broadcloth. Ideal for making dresses and blouses.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
23.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight under 170 g/m² and construction meets poplin definition (not square, >33 ends/picks per cm) via lab testing for classification
• Provide mill test certificates confirming 85%+ polyester staple fiber content to avoid reclassification