Unbleached Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric 50/52 from Japan
This unbleached plain weave fabric contains 70% cotton and 30% polyester, weighing 180 g/m² with an average yarn number of 50 (between 43 and 68). It falls under HTS 5210.11.60 due to its cotton content under 85%, mixed with man-made fibers, unbleached state, and specified yarn number range as per Chapter 52 U.S. notes. Commonly used for shirts and blouses before dyeing.
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
• Verify average yarn number using Chapter 52 formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring it falls between 43-68
• Provide lab test reports confirming <85% cotton content and weight ≤200 g/m² to avoid reclassification to 5208
• Declare as unbleached (no bleaching process applied) with mill certificates to prevent duty shifts to 5210.21