White Poplin Dress Shirt Fabric from Japan
This is a finely woven cotton poplin fabric, dyed white, with an average yarn number of 42 or lower, weighing under 100 g/m² and containing over 85% cotton. It falls under HTS 5208.31.40.20 as a plain weave poplin or broadcloth of number 42 or lower, suitable for high-end dress shirts. The tight weave provides a smooth, crisp finish ideal for formal apparel.
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
• Verify average yarn number using official formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; fractions disregarded
• Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤100 g/m² to avoid reclassification