Blue Denim Poplin Fabric
A plain weave blue denim fabric made from artificial staple fibers of different colors, weighing over 170 g/m² with yarn number above 26, classified as poplin under statistical note (a). It falls under HTS 5516.93.00.10 due to its multi-colored yarn construction and specific blue denim designation. Used for lightweight jackets and skirts.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unbleached or bleached, not of different colors
Fabrics without multi-colored yarns shift to 5516.91 for plain dyed or unprinted varieties.
If containing 85% or more polyester staple fibers
High polyester content moves it to Chapter 55 heading 5515 for predominantly polyester fabrics.
If made from cotton staple fibers instead of artificial
Cotton-based blue denim falls under Chapter 52 woven fabrics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fabric weight and yarn number against statistical note (a) for poplin to avoid reclassification as sheeting
• Provide lab test reports confirming artificial staple fiber content over 85% for Chapter 55 eligibility
• Label rolls with HTS code, weight per square meter, and yarn construction to prevent valuation disputes
Related Products under HTS 5516.93.00.10
Blue Denim Sheeting Fabric
Square construction blue denim sheeting from artificial staple fibers of different colors, weighing under 170 g/m² with over 33 ends/picks per cm² and yarn number 68 or lower per note (b). Classified in HTS 5516.93.00.10 for its yarn color mix and denim style. Ideal for bedding and lightweight apparel.
Blue Denim Printcloth Alternative
Woven blue denim-style fabric from multi-colored artificial staple yarns, 43-68 yarn number, over 33 singles per cm², under 170 g/m², but not true printcloth due to yarn dyeing per note (c). HTS 5516.93.00.10 applies for different color yarns. Used in casual shirting.
Heavyweight Blue Denim Fabric
High-grammage blue denim over 170 g/m² from artificial staple fibers of different colors, average yarn number above 26, not qualifying as poplin exclusion. Falls under HTS 5516.93.00.10 for blue denim statistical suffix (225). Suited for upholstery and bags.
Blue Denim Cheesecloth-Style Fabric
Lightweight open-weave blue denim under 170 g/m² with 33 or fewer ends/picks per cm² from multi-color artificial staple yarns, akin to cheesecloth per note (d) but denim designated. HTS 5516.93.00.10 for yarn colors and blue denim. For filtration or crafts.
Stretch Blue Denim Fabric
Blue denim with spandex blend (under 15% non-artificial), woven from different color artificial staple yarns, maintaining Chapter 55 purity. Classified HTS 5516.93.00.10 for denim characteristics. Popular for fitted jeans.