Printed Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric from Japan
This heavy-weight printed poplin fabric is woven from a blend of 60% polyester staple fibers and 40% cotton, exceeding 170 g/m², used for upholstery and curtains. It falls under HTS 5514.49.00 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, not fitting specific subheadings like sheeting or cheesecloth. The plain weave and weight qualify it as 'other woven fabrics' in this category.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic staple; ensure weight documentation exceeds 170 g/m²
• Declare printing process accurately to avoid reclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain polyester-cotton blends from Asia