Cotton-Poly Poplin Dress Lining Fabric from Japan
Unbleached poplin fabric (82% cotton, 18% polyester, 165 g/m², yarn #75) designed for garment linings, classified in HTS 5210.11.80.20 due to plain weave and high yarn number. Provides smooth drape and durability for dresses. Mixed fibers enhance wrinkle resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Obtain government certification if claiming hand-loomed, but ineligible for power-loomed imports
• Check average yarn number via total single yarns per cm² formula to meet 69+ threshold
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring weight; use Z' grams/m² for precision