100% Polyester Dyed Poplin Fabric from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• 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