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%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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