Multi-Tone Polyester Broadcloth from Japan
Plain weave broadcloth fabric of 100% polyester staple fibers, not square construction, under 170g/m² with multi-tone colored yarns. Commonly used for men's shirts. Under 5512.19.00.05 for yarn color variety excluding denim/jacquard.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm non-square construction and yarn number >26 to fit broadcloth/poplin notes
• Differentiate from printcloth by absence of 43-68 yarn numbers and square build
• Use mill certificates for fiber content to prevent Chapter 54 filament confusion