Dyed Polyester Poplin Fabric from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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