100% Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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