Unbleached Acrylic Poplin Fabric from Japan
This plain weave fabric, containing over 85% acrylic staple fibers, is unbleached and meets poplin specifications with non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² using yarns finer than average number 26. It is used for upholstery and lightweight apparel. Classified under 5512.21.00 due to its high acrylic content and unbleached state.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ acrylic staple fibers, as blends under 85% shift to 5515
• Provide weave structure documentation to distinguish poplin from sheeting during customs review
• Avoid misdeclaration as dyed; unbleached status requires no colorfastness certificates