High-Count Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This lightweight printed poplin fabric, made from 100% cotton yarns with an average number of 80, weighs 95 g/m² and features a plain weave structure. It falls under HTS 5208.51.80 due to its high yarn count (69 or higher), printed finish, and weight not exceeding 100 g/m² with at least 85% cotton content. Commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.
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
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas like N = BYT/1,000 after removing sizing; ensure printing is post-weaving
• Provide lab tests for cotton content ≥85% to avoid reclassification
• Watch for quota restrictions on cotton imports from non-WTO countries