100% Polyester Dyed Poplin Fabric
This plain weave fabric is made from 85% or more artificial staple fibers, specifically dyed polyester, weighing over 170 g/m² with non-square construction fitting the poplin definition in Chapter 55 notes. It is used for shirts and blouses due to its smooth finish and durability.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If undyed or unbleached
If the fabric lacks dyeing, it shifts to unbleached woven artificial staple fiber fabrics.
If less than 85% artificial staple fibers
Mixed with over 15% other fibers like cotton, it falls under mixed artificial staple fiber heading.
If made from continuous filament yarns
Chapter 55 covers staple fibers only; continuous polyester filament changes to Chapter 54.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% artificial staple fibers via lab tests to confirm classification under 5516.12.00
• Provide dyeing certificates and weight specs (g/m²) in documentation to match poplin legal definitions
• Avoid misclassification as sheeting by ensuring non-square construction and proper yarn counts
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Dyed Rayon Staple Broadcloth
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