Plaid Printed Cotton-Spandex Broadcloth from Japan
Fine broadcloth fabric printed with plaid pattern, 75% cotton/25% spandex, 170 g/m², yarn number 70. Fits HTS 5210.51.80 as plain weave, printed, high-count yarns, MMF-mixed under 85% cotton, ≤200 g/m². Suited for tailored shirts.
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
• Elastomeric fibers like spandex count as MMF; ensure total <85% cotton via invoice declaration
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as apparel fabric—it's greige/finished fabric only
• Use grammage tests for weight confirmation under 200 g/m²