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%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 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