Dyed Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric from Japan
This is a plain weave dyed fabric made from artificial staple fibers like polyester, classified as poplin or broadcloth due to its non-square construction and weight exceeding typical lightweight specifications per chapter 55 note (a). It meets the criteria for HTS 5516.92.0010 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers. Commonly used in apparel and linings.
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
• Verify fabric construction against chapter 55 note (a) for poplin/broadcloth to avoid misclassification; provide lab tests confirming artificial staple fiber content over 85%; ensure dyeing process documentation for 'dyed' subheading