Wool-Blended Artificial Fiber Poplin Suiting Fabric from China
This plain weave poplin fabric is woven from yarns of different colors, containing 70% artificial staple fibers and 30% wool, meeting the 36% or more wool content requirement for HTS 5516.33.05. It weighs over 170 g/m² with non-square construction, suitable for high-end suiting. The multi-colored yarns create a subtle plaid pattern ideal for tailored garments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
62.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify wool content via lab testing as certificates are required for blends over 36%; declare exact yarn color differences to avoid reclassification; ensure fabric construction matches poplin definition to prevent shifts to 5516.32