Blue Denim Poplin Fabric

This is a plain weave blue denim fabric made from synthetic staple fibers, classified under HTS 5515.99.90.10 as 'blue denim' due to its characteristic indigo-dyed warp and white filling yarns creating a denim appearance. It meets the poplin or broadcloth definition in chapter notes as a non-square construction fabric not exceeding the specified weight and yarn number limits. Primarily used for lightweight apparel like shirts and dresses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+35.0%43.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5515Same rate: 43.5%

If printed or dyed but not blue denim style

Printed woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers fall under specific subheading, excluding denim-specific classification.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 43.5%

If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple fibers

Chapter 54 covers filament yarn fabrics; staple fiber construction shifts to Chapter 55.

5211.52.00Lower: 43.1% vs 43.5%

If containing 85% or more cotton blended with synthetic staple

Predominantly cotton woven fabrics are classified in Chapter 52, not synthetic staple fiber chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight under 170 g/m² and confirm plain weave non-square construction to match poplin definition and avoid reclassification

Provide mill test certificates for synthetic fiber content (e.g

polyester staple) and dyeing process to prove 'blue denim' characteristics