Combed Wool-Synthetic Poplin Fabric from China
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 — China → United States
62.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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