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
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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