Dyed Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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