Modacrylic Blue Denim Broadcloth from Japan
Napped plain weave broadcloth from 87% modacrylic staples, not square, 180 g/m², yarn <26, per note (a). Blue denim (225) shade fits HTS 5512.29.0010 perfectly. Common in workwear and outerwear shells.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test for modacrylic via burn/flame test; flammability docs often required for apparel end-use
• Declare napping treatment explicitly to leverage note (a) inclusion