Polyester Poplin Fabric from Japan
A plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26, classified as 'poplin or broadcloth' under statistical note (a). It falls under HTS 5515.19.00 as other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers, distinct from specified types like sheeting or printcloth.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric construction meets poplin definition (plain weave, not square, yarn specs) via lab tests for accurate HTS classification
• Provide mill certificates confirming polyester staple fiber content over 85% to avoid reclassification to mixed fiber headings