Nubby Noil Silk Poplin from Japan
A crisp, woven noil silk fabric with a poplin weave creating crosswise ribs and characteristic nubs from silk noil. Falls under HTS 5007.10.60.20 for other noil silk fabrics under cotton/man-made restraints. Commonly used for shirts and dresses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare exact weave type and weight; poplin under 100g/m² avoids weight-based subheadings
• Monitor quota fill rates for cotton/man-made restraints via OTEXA; apply early
• Label as 'noil silk' to distinguish from smooth spun silk under note definitions