Floral Printed Cotton Printcloth for Apparel from Japan
A lightweight printed cotton printcloth with floral patterns, 85%+ cotton, plain weave at 115 g/m², yarn number 50, ideal for blouses and dresses. Classified under HTS 5208.52.40.65 due to its printcloth structure, weight over 100 g/m², and qualifying yarn metrics. The fine print enhances its use in fashion garments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label fabric with exact yarn number, weight, and weave type; CBP often audits printcloth for statistical suffix accuracy
• Use certified invoices showing g/m² measurement post-scouring to prevent weight-based disputes
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as lighter shirting fabric, which could trigger penalties