Wool-Blended Acrylic Unbleached Poplin Fabric from Mexico
This plain weave poplin fabric is made from 70% acrylic staple fibers mixed with 30% wool, weighing 150 gsm, unbleached for a natural off-white appearance. It fits HTS 5516.31.10.00 as it contains less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with wool and is unbleached. Commonly used for lightweight suiting or linings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm under 85% artificial staple; ensure unbleached status with no chemical processing certificates
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as 100% artificial under 5515 if wool content is overstated