Royal Blue Poplin Uniform Fabric from Japan
Royal blue dyed poplin fabric, 85%+ cotton, plain weave, number 42 or lower, not exceeding 100 g/m². HTS 5208.31.40.20 for broadcloth/poplin used in uniform shirts, valued for its professional appearance. Meets all Chapter 52 woven fabric criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Pre-clear with binding ruling if borderline yarn count; avoids post-entry amendments
• Comply with 5201 quota notes indirectly via origin certs, though not carded cotton
• Watch for bulk vs retail pack; retail sets may trigger different statistical suffixes