Fine Weave Unbleached Cotton Broadcloth from Japan
Broadcloth made from unbleached high-count cotton yarns (number 78), 85%+ cotton, plain weave at 120 g/m², directly under HTS 5208.12.80. Popular for interfacings in formal apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use ST/10 formula if square meters per kg known for quick yarn number verification
• Batch test for consistency; variations could push below #69 threshold
• Declare as 'unbleached' only if no chemical treatments applied post-weaving