Unbleached Polyester Staple Fiber Poplin from Japan
This plain weave fabric made from 100% polyester staple fibers weighs 150 gsm, has more than 33 warp ends and picks per cm, and is not of square construction, qualifying as poplin under chapter 55 notes. It is unbleached, ideal for linings or workwear. Classified under 5512.91.00 due to high synthetic staple fiber content and unbleached state.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
24.9%
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
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ synthetic staple fibers for accurate classification
• Provide weave specs (ends/picks per cm, gsm) in documentation to match poplin definition and avoid reclassification
• Ensure unbleached status is evident; any bleaching process shifts to 5512.92.00