Acetate-Cotton Dyed Printcloth from Japan
A lightweight dyed printcloth blending 75% acetate filament with 25% cotton, square construction, average yarn number 50, exceeding 33 singles yarns per sq cm, under 170 gsm per Chapter 54 notes. HTS 5407.82.0030 applies as synthetic (acetate) filaments under 85% mixed with cotton, specifically dyed printcloth. Ideal for summer dresses and scarves.
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
• Submit fiber content breakdown and weave analysis; acetate counts as synthetic filament per Chapter 54
• Avoid reclassification by confirming no napping exceeds printcloth limits; use AATCC test methods for verification