Polyester Staple Poplin Dress Lining Fabric from Japan
Poplin or broadcloth fabric of polyester staple fibers blended mainly with nylon filament yarns, ideal for garment linings due to its lightweight (≤170 g/m²), plain weave, and non-square construction. Fits 5515.91.0010 exactly per statistical note (a)(i), with >33 ends/picks per cm and fine yarn numbers. The mix provides durability and sheen.
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
• Test for g/m² weight and thread count to exclude cheesecloth or printcloth misclassification
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'poplin/broadcloth' and filament mix percentage