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Unbleached 88% Polyester Filament Fabric from Japan

Unbleached woven fabric with 88% polyester filaments and 12% elastane, 145 g/m² plain weave. Meets HTS 5407.69.1010 threshold of ≥85% polyester, unbleached, ≤170 g/m². Used for stretch linings and activewear bases.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Fiber content lab reports mandatory for blends near 85% threshold

• Elastane addition doesn't change heading if polyester dominant

• Weigh multiple samples; variation >170 g/m² disqualifies entire lot