Blue Denim Poplin Fabric from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18.5%
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 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