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White Oxford Dress Shirt Fabric from Japan

This is a dyed oxford cloth woven fabric made from cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m², specifically classified under HTS 5212.13.60.80 due to its basketweave structure and oxford designation as per tariff notes. It is commonly used for manufacturing formal dress shirts and blouses.

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

• Verify fabric weight does not exceed 200 g/m² with lab testing to confirm classification under 5212

• Provide mill test certificate confirming 100% cotton composition and dyeing process

• Avoid misclassification as printed fabric (5212.23) by ensuring even dyeing without patterns