Polyester Poplin Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
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 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