Dyed Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric from China
This woven fabric is a blend of 60% polyester staple fibers and 40% cotton, weighing 200 g/m², dyed in solid colors. It fits HTS 5514.29.00.90 as it contains less than 85% synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, exceeds 170 g/m², is dyed, and is an other woven fabric not qualifying as poplin per statistical notes due to its construction and yarn number. Commonly used for upholstery and heavy apparel.
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 fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic staple fibers mixed with cotton for accurate classification
• Provide weight certificates showing >170 g/m² and dyeing process documentation to avoid misclassification as lighter fabrics