Fine Broadcloth Dress Lining Fabric from Japan
Unbleached broadcloth cotton fabric, number 72 yarns, 88 g/m², 87% cotton, used for shirt linings and blouses. Its tight plain weave with subtle rib qualifies as broadcloth per HTS poplin/broadcloth provision. HTS 5208.11.80.20 applies for unbleached, high-number plain weave ≤100 g/m², ≥85% cotton.
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
• Conduct fiber content analysis; must certify ≥85% cotton or reclassifies to man-made blends in Chapter 54/55
• Document weave as plain (per US note b); twill elements shift to 5208.41+
• Beware quota risks if raw cotton content traces to restricted staples, though processed fabrics usually exempt