Blue Denim Poplin Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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