5208.42.50.00/High-Count Cotton Poplin Shirting Fabric/Japan

High-Count Cotton Poplin Shirting Fabric from Japan

This plain weave cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight, weighs 130 g/m², and uses yarns of different colors for a subtle heathered effect. It meets HTS 5208.42.50.00 criteria due to its yarn number of 80 (higher than 69), weight over 100 g/m² but under 200 g/m², and multi-color yarn composition. Ideal for premium dress shirts and blouses.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty

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Import Tips

• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g

• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; document calculations for CBP review

• Provide lab tests confirming 85%+ cotton content and weight between 100-200 g/m² to avoid reclassification

• Ensure declaration of yarn colors; misstating as single color risks duty adjustment to 5208.41