Heathered Poly-Cotton Oxford Casual Shirt Cloth from Japan
Lightweight 195 g/m² oxford fabric blending 68% cotton with 32% viscose staple (MMF), featuring yarns of contrasting colors for heathered appearance. Falls under HTS 5210.49.40.10 for mixed cotton <85%, different color yarns, oxford weave (218), and coarse yarn count.
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 commercial invoices specifying 'oxford cloth per 218' and MMF type (polyester/viscose) for CBP review
• Test for 'yarns of different colors' – must be integral weave colors, not printed
• Watch quota implications if cotton staple traces to restricted origins per US notes