Lyocell Broadcloth Blouse Material from Japan
This dyed broadcloth is woven from lyocell artificial filament yarn, featuring a fine plain weave poplin structure ideal for blouses, at 110 gsm with unbalanced ends/picks. Meets 5408.32.90.20 as poplin/broadcloth: not square, under 170 gsm, no multiple yarns. Eco-friendly alternative to viscose.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify lyocell as regenerated cellulose (artificial) vs. synthetic to stay in 5408
• Provide construction diagrams showing non-square weave to affirm poplin status