Dyed Polyester Poplin Fabric from Japan
This is a plain weave dyed fabric made from artificial staple fibers like polyester, classified as poplin under statistical note (a) due to its non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² with appropriate yarn numbers. It is used for shirts and blouses. Falls under 5516.92.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers, other than specific types.
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 meets poplin definition per statistical note (a) with lab tests for weave and weight; ensure dyeing process documentation for colorfastness claims
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as broadcloth if napped—check construction precisely