Bleached Viscose Poplin Fabric from Japan
A plain weave viscose rayon fabric weighing around 120 gsm, bleached for a clean white finish, used in blouses and linings. Classified under HTS 5408.31.20 as an unbleached or bleached woven fabric of artificial filament yarn (viscose), not specifically poplin or broadcloth per statistical notes due to construction specs. Excludes high-twist yarns, fitting 'other' category.
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 as artificial filaments like viscose must be distinguished from synthetics; declare exact bleaching status
• Ensure documentation shows weight per sqm and weave type to avoid misclassification into poplin/broadcloth subheadings