Polyester Poplin Fabric
A plain weave polyester fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with fine yarn count, used for shirts and blouses. Classified under 5512.99.00.90 as it contains over 85% synthetic staple fibers and fits the poplin definition excluding specified low-density or coarse yarn types. Ideal for lightweight apparel and linings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers
Lower synthetic content shifts to other synthetic staple fiber fabrics in 5512.19
If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple
Filament-based woven fabrics fall under Chapter 54, not staple fiber Chapter 55
If printed or dyed in the piece for retail sale
Printed woven staple fiber fabrics are classified in 5514 based on processing state
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify yarn count and weave structure via lab tests to confirm poplin status and avoid reclassification
• Include detailed fabric specifications in commercial invoice, including weight, ends/picks per cm, and fiber content
• Watch for misdeclaration as sheeting if square construction, leading to audits
Related Products under HTS 5512.99.00.90
Polyester Printcloth Alternative Fabric
Plain weave under 170 g/m² with >33 singles yarns/cm, average 43-68 yarn number, but combed or >168 cm wide, excluding strict printcloth. Under 5512.99.00.90 for residual other woven synthetic staple fabrics. Used in apparel printing prep.
Polyester Lining Fabric
Lightweight plain weave under 170 g/m², >33 ends/picks but yarn <43, excluding printcloth, for garment linings. Under 5512.99.00.90 for other synthetic staple woven types. Smooth finish for jackets and dresses.
Specialty Polyester Scrim Fabric
Open plain weave <170 g/m², ≤33 ends/picks like cheesecloth but custom count, for reinforcement. 5512.99.00.90 other category. Used in composites.
Custom Polyester Interlining
Fused plain weave >170 g/m² not fitting defined types, for shirt collars. 5512.99.00.90 residual. Garment stiffener.
100% Polyester Sheeting Fabric
Plain weave fabric over 170 g/m² of square construction with over 33 ends/picks per cm, excluding multiple yarns, used for bed linens. Falls under 5512.99.00.90 for high synthetic staple fiber content and matching sheeting criteria without printcloth traits. Common in hospitality bedding.
Synthetic Cheesecloth Fabric
Lightweight plain weave polyester fabric under 170 g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm, used for straining and crafts. Meets 5512.99.00.90 as other high-synthetic staple woven fabric fitting cheesecloth definition. Versatile for food processing and packaging.