Bleached Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Uniform Material from Japan
A broadcloth fabric of 65% cotton and 35% polyester, over 200 g/m², bleached and plain woven to meet HTS 5211.20.21.20 poplin/broadcloth specs (314 thread count profile). Used for institutional uniforms requiring durability and breathability. Bleaching ensures uniform whiteness without dyes.
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
• Calculate average yarn number per US note using fabric width, weight, and yarn density to confirm '314' classification
• Label shipments clearly as 'bleached' and include grammage certificates to differentiate from unbleached subheadings