100% Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric

This is a plain weave polyester fabric weighing over 170 g/m² with uneven yarn counts, qualifying as poplin or broadcloth per statistical note (a). It contains 85% or more synthetic staple fibers, fitting HTS 5512.99.0015 for high-synthetic content woven fabrics. Commonly used for shirts and blouses due to its crisp texture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5512.19.00Higher: 48.6% vs 47%

If containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers

Drops to other synthetic staple fabrics under 5512.19 if blended below 85% threshold.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple

Filament-based poplin shifts to Chapter 54 for woven fabrics of synthetic filaments.

5513.19.00Higher: 49.9% vs 47%

If sold as dyed or printed rather than plain

Dyed/printed versions classified in 5513, not plain woven in 5512.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight exceeds 170 g/m² and confirm non-square construction with yarn number above 26 to meet poplin/broadcloth definition

Provide lab test reports certifying 85%+ synthetic staple fiber content to avoid reclassification to lower headings