Flax-Cotton-Polyester Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This poplin fabric, weighing 180 g/m² with plain weave not of square construction, contains 60% flax, 25% cotton, and 15% polyester, making it less than 85% flax. It falls under HTS 5309.21.30.55 as unbleached poplin or broadcloth subject to man-made fiber restraints due to the polyester content and specific weave characteristics defined in chapter notes.
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 exact fiber composition via lab testing to confirm <85% flax and man-made content for restraints
• Provide weave specs (plain, not square, per chapter note b) in documentation to avoid misclassification
• Check quota/visa requirements for category 614 textiles from exporting countries