Premium Dyed Cotton Broadcloth from Japan
High-thread-count broadcloth (yarn #69 exactly, 92% cotton, 185 g/m²) dyed uniformly for HTS 5208.39.80. Favored for pocket squares, ties, and formal wear linings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
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
• Calculate average yarn number across full width, disregarding fractions per US note
• Use multiple test swatches for consistency in lab reports
• Avoid declaring as 'shirting' which could trigger apparel scrutiny