Flax-Cotton Polyester Blend Poplin Fabric from Japan
This woven poplin fabric contains 50% flax, 30% cotton, and 20% polyester, meeting the plain weave specifications for poplin under chapter 53 notes as not of square construction. Classified under HTS 5309.29.30 due to less than 85% flax content and inclusion of both cotton and man-made fibers. Used primarily for lightweight shirts and blouses.
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 presence of both cotton and MMF for proper 5309.29.30 classification
• Provide weave construction details (e.g
• poplin not square) in documentation to match chapter 53 statistical notes and avoid reclassification