Polyester Poplin Dress Fabric from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
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