Flax-Cotton-Polyester Blend Poplin Fabric from Japan
This plain weave poplin fabric contains 50% flax, 30% cotton, and 20% polyester, weighing 180 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per cm², classifying under 5309.29.30.70 due to less than 85% flax and containing cotton plus man-made fibers subject to restraints. It meets poplin definitions excluding square construction fabrics.
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 exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% flax and man-made fiber presence for quota compliance
• Include commercial invoice detailing weave type, weight, and yarn counts to match poplin specs and avoid reclassification
• Monitor man-made fiber restraints; obtain necessary visas or licenses for restricted categories