Polyester Filament and Viscose Staple Dyed Poplin from Japan
This plain weave poplin fabric is dyed and contains less than 85% viscose staple fibers mixed mainly with polyester filaments. It meets the poplin definition as a non-square construction fabric not exceeding the specified weight and yarn number limits. Classified under 5516.22.00 due to its mixed artificial staple fiber and man-made filament composition with dyeing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% staple fibers; declare mixed composition accurately on entry documents
• Ensure dyeing process documentation to avoid misclassification as unbleached
• Watch for square construction which could shift to sheeting categories