Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Printcloth Base from Japan
Unbleached plain weave fabric with 60% polyester filaments and 40% cotton, 120 gsm, square construction, 45 singles yarns per sq cm, average yarn number 55. Meets printcloth note (e) specs but unbleached, thus HTS 5407.81.00 for <85% synthetics mixed with cotton. Used as base for printed apparel.
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
• Document yarn count and construction to justify printcloth-like status without printing
• Ensure no multiple/cabled yarns per note (e); violations may reclassify as generic sheeting
• Bulk imports require mill test reports for fiber blend compliance