Polyester-Cotton Blend Printcloth Base from Japan
Dyed printcloth primarily of polyester filament (80%) with minor cotton, <170 g/m², square weave, 55 yarn number, >33 singles/cm², used as base for digital printing in fashion. Classified 5407.92.2040 as it derives from synthetic filament per heading 5407. Meets all printcloth statistical criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document fiber content precisely; blends must derive from 5404 materials to stay in 5407
• Test for average yarn number (43-68) and square construction to defend against audits