Acrylic-Modacrylic Poplin Blend Fabric from Japan
This plain weave fabric combines acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers mixed mainly with man-made filaments, meeting poplin specifications under statistical note (a) with non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² using finer yarns. Classified under 5515.21.00.90 as other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers mixed with filaments. Ideal for lightweight apparel linings or blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm acrylic/modacrylic staple exceeds 50% with man-made filaments, avoiding reclassification to 5515.11
• Provide weave construction details (ends/picks per cm, yarn number) in documentation to match 'other' poplin criteria
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as 100% filament, leading to Chapter 54 duties