Bleached Oxford Cotton for Casual Dress Shirts from Japan
This bleached Oxford fabric (yarn #70, 180 g/m², 87% cotton) is tailored for casual dress shirts with its balanced crispness and softness. Classified under HTS 5208.29.80.20 for meeting all high-number bleached criteria. Popular for everyday professional wear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain records of production process showing plain weave (not twill) for Oxford confirmation
• For high-volume imports, consider binding rulings on yarn number calculations
• Avoid pitting by ensuring proper bleaching documentation vs. mercerized finishes