100% Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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