Poly-Cotton Dyed Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This lightweight woven fabric is made from 70% cotton and 30% polyester, dyed evenly throughout, with an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5210.31.80 due to its plain weave, weight under 170 g/m², and high yarn count. It is commonly used for dress shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and MMF mix; provide detailed composition certificates
• Measure average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing for accurate classification
• Ensure dyeing is uniform and fabric weight ≤200 g/m²; common pitfall is misclassifying heavier blends