Multi-Color Acetate Broadcloth for Blouses from Japan
Broadcloth woven from acetate artificial filament yarns of different colors, plain weave not napped, average yarn number >26, weight >170 g/m². Fits HTS 5408.33.90.20 as other poplin or broadcloth per note (c)(ii), excluding cabled yarns. Suited for lightweight blouse production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document yarn twist levels to exclude 'flat fabrics' under note (b) during import declaration
• Test for napping and report as 'not napped' to align with poplin/broadcloth definitions
• Bundle with end-use statements if for retail to prevent industrial reclassification