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Polyester Poplin Fabric

A plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with yarn number above 26, classified as poplin under statistical note (a). It falls under HTS 5515.99.90 as other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, not specifically sheeting, printcloth, or cheesecloth. Commonly used for upholstery and lightweight apparel.

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%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

5515.99.90.05Of yarns of different colors, except blue denim or jacquard weave (218)
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5515.99.90.10Blue denim (225)
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5515.99.90.15Poplin or broadcloth (614)
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5515.99.90.20Sheeting (613)
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5515.99.90.25Printcloth (615)
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5515.99.90.30Cheesecloth; lawns, voiles or batistes (226)
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5515.99.90.35Duck (219)
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5515.99.90.40Satin weave or twill weave (617)
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5515.99.90.45Oxford cloth (227)
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5515.99.90.90Other (220)
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Alternative Classifications

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

5515Same rate: 43.5%

If printed

Printed woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers shift to specific printed category in 5515.92.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 43.5%

If made from synthetic filament yarns

Filament-based polyester fabrics classify under Chapter 54, not staple fiber Chapter 55.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 43.5%

If coated with polyurethane for textile use

Coated or laminated fabrics move to Chapter 59 for imitation leather or similar.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify weave and yarn specs match poplin definition to avoid reclassification; provide lab tests for fiber content (85%+ synthetic staple); watch for duty hikes on Chinese imports

Related Products under HTS 5515.99.90

Acrylic Sheeting Fabric

Plain weave acrylic staple fiber fabric over 170 g/m², square construction without multiple yarns, fitting sheeting per statistical note (b)(ii). Classified in HTS 5515.99.90 as other non-specific woven synthetic staple fabrics. Ideal for bed linens and curtains.

Polyester Printcloth Alternative

Woven polyester staple fiber fabric under 170 g/m² with 34 singles yarns/cm², average yarn 50, but includes minor cabled yarns excluding it from strict printcloth note (c). Thus, HTS 5515.99.90 as other. Used in packaging and lightweight linings.

Viscose Staple Cheesecloth-Style Fabric

Plain weave viscose staple fiber fabric under 170 g/m² with 30 warp/filling picks per cm², akin to cheesecloth note (d) but not pure cotton. HTS 5515.99.90 for other synthetic staple wovens. Applied in medical gauze and strainers.

Mixed Synthetic Satin Weave Fabric

Satin weave fabric from polyester and acrylic staple fibers, not plain weave thus outside chapter-specific notes. HTS 5515.99.90 as other woven synthetic staple fabrics. Popular for evening wear linings and decorative upholstery.

Polyester Industrial Filter Cloth

Heavy-duty plain weave polyester staple fabric over 170 g/m², not fitting poplin or sheeting due to yarn number 25. HTS 5515.99.90 other category. Designed for liquid filtration in manufacturing.

Napped Acrylic Broadcloth

Napped plain weave acrylic staple fabric not square, under poplin/broadcloth note exclusions. HTS 5515.99.90 as other. Used for crafts and soft furnishings.