Dyed Polyester Poplin Fabric from China

A plain weave dyed fabric made from artificial staple fibers like polyester, classified as poplin due to its non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² with yarn number above 26. It falls under HTS 5516.92.00.90 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers, not specifically sheeting or printcloth. Commonly used for apparel linings and light outerwear.

Duty Rate — China → United States

47%

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
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)

Import Tips

Verify fabric meets poplin definition per statistical note (a) with accurate weight and yarn number documentation to avoid reclassification

Provide dyeing process certificates and fiber content lab tests for Customs compliance; common pitfall is misdeclared weight leading to duties under different subheadings

Ensure roll labeling includes HTS code, country of origin, and care instructions to prevent FDA or CPSC holds on apparel-bound imports