Unbleached Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This unbleached woven fabric is made from 65% polyester filament yarn and 35% cotton, classified as poplin or broadcloth due to its plain weave, non-square construction, and weight under 170 g/m² with uneven thread counts. It meets HTS 5407.81.0010 specifications for unbleached fabrics containing less than 85% synthetic filaments mixed mainly with cotton. Commonly used for casual shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetics; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Include mill certificates showing unbleached/bleached status and weave type to avoid audits
• Check yarn twist (<472 turns/m) and construction to match poplin definition; common pitfall is mislabeling as sheeting