Polyester Staple Fiber Ripstop Fabric

Reinforced plain weave ripstop fabric from polyester staple fibers, used in outdoor gear. Does not meet sheeting or poplin specs in notes. HTS 5515.19.00.90 for other woven types.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5516.41.00Higher: 49.9% vs 47%

If plain weave and unbleached

Certain plain weave polyester staples for apparel go to 5516.41.

5609.00.40Lower: 38.9% vs 47%

If impregnated or coated

Impregnated synthetic fabrics classified under Chapter 56.

6210.40Lower: 16.2% vs 47%

If made up into non-knit garments

Finished garments from this fabric would be Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document reinforcement yarn details to differentiate from standard plain weaves

Comply with flammability standards for apparel end-use fabrics

Avoid declaring as 'napped' unless processed, per chapter note exclusions

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Polyester Staple Fiber Poplin Fabric

This is a plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26, qualifying as poplin or broadcloth per chapter notes. It is used for lightweight apparel linings and blouses. Classified under 5515.19.00.90 as other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers, excluding specific types like sheeting.

Polyester Staple Fiber Sateen Fabric

A satin weave fabric made from polyester staple fibers, not fitting poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, printcloth, or cheesecloth definitions. Commonly used for dresses and upholstery due to its sheen. Falls under 5515.19.00.90 as other woven polyester staple fiber fabrics.

Polyester Staple Fiber Twill Fabric

Woven twill fabric from polyester staple fibers, weighing 200 g/m², not matching excluded types like cheesecloth. Ideal for workwear pants and jackets. Classified in 5515.19.00.90 for other polyester staple woven fabrics.

Polyester Staple Fiber Oxford Fabric

Basket weave oxford fabric of polyester staple fibers, average yarn number 40, not square construction per notes. Used for shirts and linings. Under 5515.19.00.90 as other.

Polyester Staple Fiber Chino Fabric

Tight twill weave chino-style fabric of polyester staple fibers, 180 g/m², excluded from broadcloth by weight. For casual trousers. 5515.19.00.90 other category.

Polyester Staple Fiber Dobby Fabric

Small geometric patterned dobby weave polyester staple fabric, not jacquard, outside note-defined types. Used for blouses. HTS 5515.19.00.90.