Polyester Plaid Dress Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric consists of 100% polyester staple fibers with yarns of different colors arranged in a plaid pattern, excluding blue denim or jacquard weave. It meets the 85%+ polyester staple fiber requirement and is used for lightweight dresses and blouses. Classified under 5512.19.00.05 due to its multi-colored yarn construction and plain weave style.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ polyester staple fibers for Chapter 55 classification
• Provide weave analysis and yarn color documentation to distinguish from jacquard or denim exclusions
• Avoid misdeclaration as printcloth by ensuring no printed patterns; focus on yarn-dyed colors