Printed Polyester Poplin Fabric from Mexico
This is a plain weave printed fabric made from 100% polyester staple fibers, weighing over 170 g/m² with fine yarn counts, classified as poplin under statistical notes. It falls under HTS 5516.14.00.95 as a printed woven fabric containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers, other than specific excluded types. Commonly used for apparel linings and lightweight jackets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight and weave meets poplin definition to avoid reclassification; provide lab tests for fiber content (85%+ artificial staple); ensure printing is on one or both sides as declared