Cotton Denim Checkered Shirt Fabric from Japan
This woven cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight, weighs 130 g/m², and features yarns of different colors in a plain weave with an average yarn number of 36. It falls under HTS 5208.42.30.00 due to its plain weave exceeding 100 g/m², multi-colored yarns, and coarse yarn count of 42 or lower. Commonly used for casual shirts and lightweight jackets.
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
• Calculate average yarn number using HTS formulas after removing sizing; provide lab tests for weight and fiber content
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as denim if not meeting 3/4-thread twill specs
• Obtain certificates for origin quotas if applicable