Printed Polyester Poplin Fabric
A printed plain weave fabric made from polyester staple fibers, weighing over 170 g/m² with fine yarn count, classified under 5516.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers. It matches poplin specifications per chapter notes due to its non-square construction and detailed print patterns. Commonly used for apparel and home decor.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unprinted or dyed only
Unprinted versions of the same fabric fall under the 'dyed' subheading in the same chapter.
If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple fibers
Filament-based polyester poplin uses Chapter 54 heading for synthetic filament fabrics.
If containing 85% or more cotton blended with polyester staple
Predominantly cotton blends shift to Chapter 52 for woven cotton fabrics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fabric weight and weave match poplin definition to avoid reclassification; provide lab test reports for yarn count
• Include detailed print process documentation as 'printed' requires evidence of post-weave printing
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