5516.22.00.10 - Poplin or broadcloth (625)

This HTS classification, 5516.22.00.10, specifically covers poplin or broadcloth fabrics woven from artificial staple fibers. These fabrics are characterized by a plain weave construction, often resulting in a smooth, fine, and lustrous appearance. Crucially, to fall under this subheading, the fabric must contain less than 85 percent by weight of artificial staple fibers, with the remainder being primarily man-made filaments. Furthermore, these fabrics must be dyed.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is essential for accurate classification. While all are dyed woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers mixed with man-made filaments, 5516.22.00.10 is narrowly defined for poplin or broadcloth weaves. Other siblings, such as sheeting (5516.22.00.20), printcloth (5516.22.00.30), and satin or twill weaves (5516.22.00.40), represent distinct weave structures with differing visual and textural characteristics, even if the material composition and dyeing status are similar. The residual category, "Other" (5516.22.00.90), would encompass dyed fabrics of this composition that do not meet the specific weave definitions of poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, printcloth, satin, or twill.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 5516.22.00.10. Therefore, classification under this subheading hinges entirely on the fabric meeting the criteria of being a poplin or broadcloth weave, containing less than 85 percent artificial staple fibers, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments, and being dyed. Practical examples include fine cotton-like shirts or blouses made from these synthetic materials.