Bleached Flax Poplin Fabric from Japan
Bleached plain weave flax poplin fabric over 127 cm wide, less than 85% flax mixed with synthetic fibers, fitting poplin definition under statistical note (b) as not square construction. Ideal for apparel linings and curtains. Falls under HTS 5309.21.4010 for mixed flax, bleached, wide width.
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
• Provide bleaching process certification and yarn number details to confirm poplin specs per statistical note (b)
• Ensure width measurement excludes selvage; common error is classifying narrower widths under 5309.21.4010
• Label fiber blend accurately to prevent shifts to synthetic headings like 5407 if non-flax exceeds limits