Acrylic Staple Poplin Broadcloth from Japan
Plain weave broadcloth made from 90% acrylic staple fibers, weighing 180 g/m² with average yarn number 30, fitting poplin per note (a)(ii). Classified under HTS 5512.99.0015 for high synthetic staple content. Used in lightweight outerwear and linings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for acrylic staple fiber confirmation; blended acrylics common pitfall for reclass
• Provide weave analysis report showing non-square construction
• Label rolls clearly with statistical note compliance to speed customs clearance