Cotton-Polyester Satin Shirt Fabric from Japan
A dyed satin weave fabric blending 75% cotton and 25% polyester, at 170 g/m², ideal for men's dress shirts. Classified under HTS 5210.39.20 for its low-weight, mixed-fiber composition in satin weave. Provides a smooth, lustrous finish for formal apparel.
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
• Include weave certification (satin) and exact weight per m² on commercial invoice
• Test for fiber ratio to avoid reclassification
• Common pitfall: improper dyeing declaration leading to inspections