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Colorblock Cotton Poplin for Apparel from Japan

Plain weave poplin with distinct colorblock patterns from different yarn colors, 89% cotton, 135 g/m², yarn number 62. HTS 5208.42.40.00 applies due to multi-color yarns, weight parameters, and decitex-equivalent 43-68. Popular for modern workwear.

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

• Invoice must state 'of yarns of different colors' explicitly matching subheading

• Desize fabric properly before g/m² testing per Chapter 52 US notes

• Origin certs critical if from quota-limited cotton-producing countries