Printed-Effect Colored Poplin Fabric from Japan
Poplin broadcloth with yarns of different colors mimicking print but qualifying as yarn-dyed, <85% artificial staples with viscose filaments. HTS 5516.23.00.10 distinguishes from printcloth by weave and density.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate yarn-dyed vs piece-dyed in docs to avoid printcloth confusion
• Measure ends/picks per cm to prove not >33 for poplin status
• Retail bolt packaging helps affirm fabric classification over apparel