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42s Bleached Cotton Poplin for Shirt Collars from Japan

Fine bleached plain weave poplin cotton fabric with yarn number 42, ≥85% cotton, weight ≤100 g/m², classified under HTS 5208.21.20. Used specifically for crisp shirt collars and cuffs. Its tight weave provides durability and a smooth press.

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

• Measure fabric breadth in cm and use formula BT/Z for accurate yarn number verification

• Label with exact yarn number and cotton percentage; mismatches trigger audits

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as apparel parts (Ch 62) when imported as bulk fabric