Fine Bleached Broadcloth for Men's Shirts from Japan
Premium bleached broadcloth with yarn number 48, weighing 92 g/m² and 88% cotton content, fitting HTS 5208.21.20.20 as poplin/broadcloth of number 42+. Provides crisp collar stand and smooth body for tailored shirts. Plain weave construction ensures tariff accuracy.
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
• Retain bleaching process records; chemical treatments affecting classification must be disclosed
• Use independent lab for fiber content analysis if blends approach 85% threshold
• Watch for roll contraction post-bleaching—re-measure weight for entry accuracy