Polyester-Cotton Poplin Fabric 200 g/m² from China
This plain weave poplin fabric weighs 200 g/m² and is mixed mainly with cotton and polyester staple fibers, meeting the chapter definition for poplin as it exceeds 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26. It is unbleached or bleached, classified under 5514.19.10 due to polyester staple fiber composition and weight. Used for upholstery and workwear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify exact weight and fiber content via lab tests to confirm >170 g/m² and <85% polyester; Provide mill certificates for staple fiber proof
• Avoid misclassification as lighter poplin under 5514.19.00