Combed Wool-Synthetic Poplin Fabric from Canada
This plain weave poplin fabric is combed and mixed with 40% wool and 60% synthetic staple fibers, meeting the criteria for poplin as it is not of square construction and weighs over 170 g/m² with appropriate yarn numbers. It falls under HTS 5515.99.05.20 due to containing 36% or more wool, combed processing, and synthetic staple fiber base. Primarily used for suiting and dresses requiring a smooth, crisp finish.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% for this subheading; declare exact fiber composition on entry docs
• Ensure combing process certification to avoid reclassification
• Watch for misdeclaration as pure wool under Chapter 51