Cotton-Polyester Plaid Shirt Fabric from Japan
A 240 g/m² plain weave fabric blending 75% cotton with 25% polyester, using yarns of different colors for a classic plaid pattern, not napped. Ideal for casual button-down shirts. Falls under HTS 5211.41.00.20 for mixed cotton-MMF composition, weight over 200 g/m², and plain weave with varied yarn colors.
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
• Include commercial invoice detailing yarn color variation and average yarn number per US note
• Avoid common pitfall of napping claims; inspect for smooth finish to match 'not napped'
• Declare as bulk fabric, not apparel, to prevent misclassification under Chapter 62