Polyester Broadcloth for Shirting from Japan
Bleached broadcloth polyester fabric, 88% staple fibers, 145 gsm plain weave not meeting printcloth exclusions. Classified as poplin/broadcloth (614) under note (a). Popular for men's dress shirts and linings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide construction specs (ends/picks per cm) to confirm not sheeting or cheesecloth
• For apparel end-use, ensure no confusion with finished garments in Chapters 61-62