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Unbleached Polyester Staple Poplin from Japan

Unbleached poplin fabric from 87% polyester staple fibers, plain weave, 160 gsm, not square with >33 ends/picks per cm excluded by weight. Fits HTS 5512.91.00.10 as unbleached poplin/broadcloth. Commonly used for industrial workwear linings.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Conduct yarn count tests to confirm average number >26 for heavier fabrics per note (a)(ii)

• Declare as 'unbleached' accurately; bleaching changes processing status

• Avoid misdeclaration as sheeting; poplin excludes square construction types