Polyester Broadcloth Shirt Fabric from Japan
A fine plain weave broadcloth made from 100% polyester staple fibers, not of square construction, used for men's dress shirts. Meets HTS 5512.19.0015 as broadcloth with weight >170 g/m² but average yarn number >26, excluding cabled yarns. Provides crisp appearance for formal apparel.
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
• Label with exact fiber content and conduct weave analysis to confirm broadcloth (non-square, specific weight/yarn exclusions)
• Include commercial invoices detailing construction specs to prevent misclassification as sheeting