Dyed Broadcloth Cotton for Button-Down Shirts from Japan
A 140 g/m² dyed broadcloth of 100% cotton with yarn number 38, featuring the tight plain weave characteristic of broadcloth (314 ends per dm). Classified under HTS 5208.32.3020 for its poplin/broadcloth structure and specs. Ideal for formal shirtmaking.
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
• Measure breadth in cm and total single yarns per cm² to compute average yarn number accurately per US note
• Label as 'poplin or broadcloth (314)' if marketing specifies, but classification relies on technical weave specs
• Avoid common pitfall of misstating weight; test post-scouring to confirm >100 g/m²