Bleached Cotton Broadcloth Sewing Fabric from Japan
Versatile bleached broadcloth cotton fabric, 314 yarn number, weighing not more than 200 g/m², for home sewing projects. HTS 5212.12.60.20 covers this poplin-style woven fabric due to its fine ribbed weave and bleached processing per Chapter 52 metrics. Popular for blouses and skirts.
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 supplier affidavits on yarn count calculation method for audit readiness
• Prevent pitfalls by specifying 'not certified hand-loomed' unless properly documented
• Measure square meters per kg for accurate 'number' per U.S. note formulas