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Unbleached Oxford Poplin Fabric from Japan

A fine unbleached Oxford cloth with poplin-like characteristics, 100% cotton, lightweight at 180 g/m², and average yarn number above 80. Used primarily for formal shirt collars and cuffs. Fits HTS 5208.19.80.20 as unbleached, high-count cotton Oxford weave under 200 g/m².

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

• Conduct lab testing for exact g/m² weight post-scouring, as excessive sizing can skew measurements

• Label bolts clearly with HTS details and origin to facilitate CBP examination and quota checks

• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as 'bleached' if only optically brightened—true bleaching changes classification