Solid Color Poplin Work Shirt Fabric from Japan
This 190 g/m² poly-cotton poplin (60% cotton, 40% polyester) is piece-dyed in uniform shades for durable workwear. It matches HTS 5210.31.40.20 criteria: plain weave broadcloth/poplin (314), yarn number ≤42, <85% cotton mixed with man-mades, ≤200 g/m². Provides wrinkle resistance for uniforms.
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
• Label as 'poplin or broadcloth (314)' on docs; mismatches trigger 5210.39 other plain weaves at different rates
• Test for excessive sizing and report desized weight to accurately compute yarn number
• Source from WTO members to avoid US note quantitative limits on cotton blends