Wool-Blend Synthetic Poplin Fabric from Japan
This plain weave poplin fabric is made from synthetic staple fibers mixed with over 36% wool, weighing under 170 g/m², not of square construction, and not combed. It falls under HTS 5515.99.0510 due to its synthetic staple fiber base blended mainly with wool, classified as 'other woven fabrics' excluding specific types like sheeting or printcloth. Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 36% by weight via lab testing for accurate classification; ensure declaration matches statistical note definitions for 'poplin'
• Avoid mislabeling as pure wool to prevent Chapter 51 reclassification