Flax Blend Poplin Blouse Material from Japan
Poplin fabric of 70% flax, 20% cotton, 10% polyester for women's blouses, plain weave 170 g/m², not square construction per note (e). Meets 5309.29.30.55 criteria: <85% flax, cotton/MMF mix, poplin type under restraints.
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
• Submit technical data sheet confirming plain weave, yarn counts > exclusions in note (b)
• For apparel end-use, ensure no confusion with finished garments (Chapter 62)
• Track MMF restraint category 614 updates via OTEXA for current limits