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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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