Dyed Poly-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This woven poplin fabric is dyed and composed of 60% polyester filament yarn mixed with 40% cotton, used primarily for men's dress shirts. It falls under HTS 5407.82.00.90 as a dyed woven fabric containing less than 85% synthetic filaments, mixed mainly with cotton. The plain weave structure and weight under 170 g/m² align with poplin definitions in chapter notes.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% synthetics; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Include dyeing process certification and yarn count details in documentation for customs clearance
• Avoid misdeclaring as 100% cotton (5208) by providing blend invoices; common pitfall in apparel fabrics