Polyester Printcloth from Japan
Plain weave fabric weighing ≤170 g/m², average yarn numbers 43-68, >33 singles yarns per cm², square construction, used for lightweight apparel. Under HTS 5512.19.00 as 'other' printcloth of 85%+ polyester staple fibers per chapter note (c). Not combed, suitable for dresses and linings.
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
• Submit detailed specs confirming no multiple/cabled yarns and exact yarn numbers to qualify as printcloth
• Avoid napping claims unless documented
• Common pitfall: incorrect width measurement leading to note (c)(ii) exclusion