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Dyed 55s Poly-Cotton Uniform Fabric from Japan

Plain weave fabric for uniforms, dyed navy, 175 g/m², 70% cotton/30% polyester, yarn #55. HTS 5210.31.60 applies due to <85% cotton, man-made dominant mix, dyed plain weave, light weight, yarn fineness 43-68.

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

• For uniform end-use, provide buyer contracts if challenging industrial vs retail classification

• Use multiple yarn count formulas from notes to validate average number 43-68

• Screen for restricted cotton staple lengths per US quota notes