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Premium Yarn Oxford Fabric 80/2 from Japan

Unbleached premium Oxford cloth using 80/2 plied yarns (effective high number), 92% cotton, 190 g/m² for upscale shirting. Meets exact criteria for HTS 5208.19.80.20 Oxford subheading.

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

• Calculate plied yarn number per US Note (divide meters/kg by 1,000 × single yarns) for accurate declaration

• Secure affidavits from weavers confirming no power looms if seeking hand-loomed preferences

• Avoid bulk packaging that implies industrial use, preserving retail fabric classification