Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This lightweight printed poplin fabric contains over 85% cotton and weighs 180 g/m², with an average yarn number of 40, classifying it under HTS 5208.59.40.90 as a printed woven cotton fabric of number 42 or lower. The colorful floral print is applied post-weaving, suitable for custom shirtmaking.
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
• Verify yarn number using HTS formula (N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; provide lab test for fiber content >85% cotton
• Ensure print is not jacquard woven to avoid 5208.52 classification
• Declare weight per m² accurately to confirm ≤200 g/m²