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%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
• 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