High-Count Bleached Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This bleached woven cotton poplin fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight, weighs under 200 g/m², and has an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5208.29.80. It's commonly used for dress shirts and blouses due to its smooth, crisp finish. The high yarn count ensures a fine, lightweight texture suitable for apparel.
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
• Verify average yarn number using official formulas from US notes (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring it meets 69+ for this subheading
• Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤200 g/m² to avoid reclassification to lower-number fabrics
• Include bleaching process documentation to confirm it's not dyed or printed, preventing shifts to HTS 5208.32 or 5208.42