Artificial Filament Poplin Printcloth from Japan
Poplin-style printcloth from artificial filaments of different colors, plain weave not square but meeting printcloth specs: <170 g/m², 50 yarn number, 35/cm² singles. Qualifies HTS 5408.33.90.40 as other printcloth (626) despite poplin note exclusions for heavier weights.
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
• Differentiate from broadcloth via non-square construction proofs
• Ensure selvage exclusion in weave measurements per statistical note (a)