Printed Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This lightweight printed cotton poplin fabric weighs 180 g/m² and features a plain weave with colorful floral patterns printed on one side. It falls under HTS 5212.15.60.90 as a woven cotton fabric not of denim, weighing not more than 200 g/m², printed, and not specifically provided for elsewhere. Primarily used for crafting shirts and blouses.
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
• Verify fabric weight does not exceed 200 g/m² post-scouring to confirm classification; provide lab test reports if challenged
• Include detailed printing process documentation to distinguish from dyed fabrics under 5211
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring yarn number, which affects average 'number' calculation per US notes