Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This lightweight printed poplin fabric, made from 100% cotton with yarn number 69 or higher, weighs under 100 g/m² and features a fine, plain weave structure typical of poplin. It is classified under HTS 5208.51.80.20 due to its high cotton content, printed finish, and specific poplin characteristics meeting the 314 specification. Commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify yarn number using the chapter formula (N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm ≥69
• Provide lab test reports for weight (<100 g/m²), cotton content (≥85%), and weave type (plain poplin)
• Avoid misclassification as unprinted fabric; include dyeing/printing process documentation