Polyester Poplin Fabric from China
A plain weave polyester fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26, used for shirts and blouses. It falls under HTS 5512.19.00 as a woven fabric containing 85% or more polyester staple fibers, classified as 'other' poplin or broadcloth per chapter notes. Ideal for apparel due to its crisp texture and durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.6%
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 fabric construction meets poplin definition (not square weave, yarn specs) with lab tests for fiber content over 85% polyester
• Provide mill test certificates to avoid reclassification
• Watch for weight declarations to confirm 'other' category