Blue Cotton Broadcloth for Button-Down Shirts from Japan
A dyed blue broadcloth fabric of 100% cotton, plain weave, yarn number 50-60, under 100 g/m², perfect for men's button-down shirts. Classified in HTS 5208.31.60.20 due to its poplin/broadcloth structure (314), high cotton content, and lightweight dyed plain weave specs.
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 and weight per US note formulas to confirm <=200 g/m² overall and <=100 g/m² subheading
• Label as 'poplin or broadcloth (314)' in invoices; CBP often audits weave type visually
• Avoid bulk packaging without specs; require supplier certificates for yarn number to prevent delays