Polyester Staple Poplin Fabric from Japan
A plain weave poplin fabric made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with polyester filaments, weighing under 170 g/m² with unbalanced construction. It falls under HTS 5515.12.00.90 as a woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers (polyester) mixed with man-made filaments, not specifically classified elsewhere in the subheading. This mixed construction provides durability and a smooth finish suitable for apparel.
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 yarn construction and weight to confirm poplin definition per statistical notes; provide lab test reports for fiber content
• Label fabric with exact polyester staple and filament percentages to avoid reclassification during customs review