Unbleached Broadcloth Dress Fabric 314 from Japan
Unbleached broadcloth made from 100% cotton, plain weave, over 100 g/m² with yarn number 42 or lower and 314 threads per inch, ideal for formal shirts and linings. It meets HTS 5208.12.40.20 criteria for poplin/broadcloth due to its tight, fine weave structure. High cotton content and specific density ensure classification here.
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
• Provide weave analysis and grammage certificates; watch for common pitfalls like misdeclaring as lighter weight
• Comply with U.S. cotton quota notes if applicable to origin