Printed Viscose Poplin Blouse Fabric from Japan
This is a printed poplin woven fabric made from 100% viscose artificial filament yarn, weighing around 120 gsm with a plain weave not of square construction. It qualifies as poplin or broadcloth under HTS 5408.34.90.20 due to its specific weave, weight, and printed finish on artificial filaments. Commonly used for lightweight blouses and summer apparel.
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
• Verify fabric weight and weave meet poplin/broadcloth definitions (not square construction, >170gsm excludes certain yarn numbers) to avoid reclassification
• Provide lab test reports confirming 100% artificial filament content and print process for customs clearance