Polyester-Cotton Poplin Fabric from Japan
A plain weave fabric primarily composed of polyester staple fibers mixed with cotton, not of square construction and weighing over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26. This falls under HTS 5515.91.00 as an other woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with man-made filaments, specifically classified as poplin per chapter notes.
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 fiber content exceeds 50% polyester staple fibers via lab tests for accurate classification; ensure weave meets poplin definition to avoid reclassification as broadcloth
• Provide detailed yarn specs and weight certificates to CBP to prevent delays