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Floral Printed Rayon Broadcloth Shirting from Japan

A lightweight printed broadcloth fabric from rayon (artificial filament) yarn, plain weave under 170gsm, ideal for men's shirting with floral patterns. Classified under HTS 5408.34.90.20 as printed poplin/broadcloth of artificial filaments per statistical notes excluding square construction. Features smooth finish for tailored shirts.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include detailed construction specs (ends/picks per cm, yarn number) in documentation to confirm poplin definition

• Test for twist levels (<472 turns/m for flat fabrics) as per notes to prevent disputes