Dyed 100% Polyester Poplin Fabric

This plain weave poplin fabric is made from 100% artificial staple polyester fibers, dyed uniformly, and meets poplin specifications with non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² using yarns finer than average number 26. It falls under HTS 5516.12.00.90 as a dyed woven fabric containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers, specifically in the 'other' category. Commonly used for shirts and blouses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5515.12.00Lower: 47% vs 49.9%

If containing less than 85% artificial staple fibers

Blends with over 15% other fibers like cotton shift to Chapter 55 heading for mixed fabrics.

5516.14.00Lower: 45% vs 49.9%

If printed instead of dyed

Printed fabrics of 85%+ artificial staple fibers are classified separately from dyed ones.

6006.90Lower: 10% vs 49.9%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted fabrics of synthetic staple fibers fall under Chapter 60, not woven Chapter 55.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm 85%+ artificial staple fibers, as blends may shift to 5515 or 5514

Provide dyeing process documentation and colorfastness certificates to avoid customs disputes on 'dyed' classification

Measure weave density and weight precisely against poplin definitions to prevent reclassification as broadcloth

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A lightweight, sheer plain weave voile fabric dyed in solid colors, composed of 100% artificial staple polyester fibers weighing under 170 g/m² with fine yarn counts. Classified under HTS 5516.12.00.90 for dyed woven fabrics with 85% or more artificial staple fibers, other than specific types. Ideal for curtains, scarves, and evening wear.

Dyed Acrylic Staple Fiber Broadcloth

This dyed broadcloth is a plain weave fabric of 100% artificial staple acrylic fibers, not of square construction, suitable for apparel linings. It qualifies under HTS 5516.12.00.90 as 'other' dyed woven fabric with 85%+ artificial staple fibers, matching chapter note definitions excluding low-density types. Used in suiting and dresses.

Dyed Viscose Staple Rayon Twill

A twill weave fabric dyed in solid shades, made from 100% artificial staple viscose rayon fibers for upholstery and apparel. Classified in HTS 5516.12.00.90 for other dyed wovens with 85%+ artificial staple fibers, as twill doesn't match plain weave note types like poplin. Durable for home textiles.

Dyed Acetate Staple Lining Fabric

Fine plain weave lining fabric from 100% acetate staple fibers, dyed in various shades for garment interiors. HTS 5516.12.00.90 covers this as other dyed artificial staple wovens over 85%, not fitting cheesecloth density. Slippery for easy wear.

Dyed Modal Staple Jersey Weave

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Dyed Lyocell Staple Denim

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