Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric
A plain weave polyester fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with yarn number higher than 26, classified as poplin or broadcloth under HTS 5515.99.90.15 due to its specific weave and construction excluding napped square weaves. Used for lightweight apparel and linings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of square construction or meeting sheeting criteria
Square weave or specific density/yarn specs shift to general 'other' category outside poplin/broadcloth exclusion.
If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple fibers
Filament-based fabrics fall under Chapter 54, changing from staple fiber heading in Chapter 55.
If yarn-dyed rather than plain dyed or printed
Yarn-dyed woven synthetic staple fabrics are classified in 5516, separate from piece-dyed 'other' in 5515.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 170 g/m² and confirm plain weave is not square with >33 ends/picks per cm to meet poplin definition
• Provide mill test certificates for fiber content (85%+ synthetic staple fibers) and yarn number to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 5515.99.90.15
Durable Polyester Broadcloth Table Linen
Broadcloth from polyester staple, plain non-square weave suitable for tablecloths, meeting poplin note (a)(ii) exclusions, classified 5515.99.90.15.
Fine Acrylic Poplin Apparel Fabric
Fine poplin from acrylic staple fibers for apparel, plain weave not meeting excluded low/high specs, HTS 5515.99.90.15.
Blended Staple Poplin Workwear Fabric
Poplin broadcloth blend for workwear, non-square plain weave per notes.
Synthetic Broadcloth Lining Material
Broadcloth for linings, synthetic staple, poplin specs.
Poplin Style Synthetic Staple Dress Lining
Poplin for dress linings, meeting 5515 defs.
Heavyweight Polyester Poplin
>170 g/m² poplin polyester staple.