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Polyester Poplin Fabric from Germany

A plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric weighing over 170 g/m², not of square construction, classified as poplin under statistical note (a). It contains 85% or more polyester staple fibers, fitting HTS 5512.19.00.90 as other woven fabrics. Used for shirts and blouses.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

13.6%

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 fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ polyester staple fibers for accurate classification

• Provide weave specifications and weight per statistical notes to avoid misclassification as sheeting or printcloth