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Man-Made Filament Poly Poplin Workwear Fabric

Durable poplin broadcloth of polyester staple mixed with nylon filaments for work shirts and uniforms. HTS 5515.12.0010 applies due to polyester dominance, plain weave, and compliance with Chapter 55 poplin statistical note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+37.5%49.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%—12%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5515.13Lower: 24.5% vs 49.5%

If mixed with cotton, poplin style

Cotton-mixed variants in 5515.13; filament vs cotton changes subhead.

5902.90.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 49.5%

If impregnated with rubber for industrial use

Rubber-treated textile fabrics classify under Chapter 59.

5515.12.00Same rate: 49.5%

If other poplin/broadcloth not statistical 625

Finer statistical breaks within 5515.12 for non-specific poplin.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for average yarn number >26 if >170g/m² to confirm poplin eligibility

• Use NAFTA/USMCA cert if qualifying for lower duties on blends

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