Bleached Sateen Cotton Poplin for Shirts from Japan
A fine bleached cotton sateen poplin fabric under 200 g/m² with 326 warp density, ideal for dress shirts, falls under HTS 5212.12.60.60 due to its sateen weave and bleaching. The smooth surface provides a premium sheen for apparel.
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
• Label fiber content accurately as 100% cotton to comply with textile rules
• Use US note formulas to calculate average yarn number post-sizing removal
• Certify hand-loomed status if applicable for potential Chapter 52 preferences