Discharge Printed Poly-Viscose Poplin Fabric from Germany
This plain weave poplin fabric is made from a blend of less than 85% viscose staple fibers mixed with polyester filaments, featuring discharge printing for a vintage faded effect. It meets poplin criteria as a plain weave not of square construction and over 170g/m² with finer yarns. Classified under 5516.24.0085 due to the specific discharge printing process and fiber mix.
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 via lab tests to confirm <85% staple fibers; declare discharge printing method explicitly on invoices
• Watch for misclassification as non-printed under 5516.21 if printing isn't discharge-style