Unbleached Sateen Cotton Poplin for Shirts from Japan
A lightweight unbleached cotton poplin with sateen weave (326 density), under 200 g/m², used for dress shirts and blouses. Classified in HTS 5212.11.60.60 due to its unbleached state and precise sateen weave structure as defined in chapter notes. Offers a subtle sheen for apparel applications.
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
• Measure fabric breadth and linear density to compute average yarn number 'N' using formulas in US Note (a) for tariff compliance
• Obtain certificate confirming no chemical bleaching; common pitfall is misdeclaring partially scoured fabrics as unbleached
• Check for selvage exclusions in weave verification—only the body must be wholly sateen per US Note (b)