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Hemp-Cotton Spandex Broadcloth Dress Fabric from Japan

Broadcloth plain weave fabric of hemp (vegetable fiber), cotton, and spandex man-made fibers, exceeding poplin weight/yarn criteria and subject to cotton restraints (314). Falls under HTS 5311.00.30.05 for its specific weave and fiber mix, used in fitted dresses.

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

• Conduct fiber content analysis to ensure vegetable fibers lead over man-made

• Secure cotton textile visa for 314 category before shipment

• Document non-square weave to distinguish from sheeting under note (c)