Bleached Polyester-Cotton Twill Blend Fabric from Japan
Bleached twill weave fabric with 87% polyester staple and 13% cotton, used in casual shirting. Falls under HTS 5512.91.00.60 for its predominant synthetic staple content, bleached state, and twill weave (617). Meets the 85% threshold despite minor cotton inclusion.
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
• Conduct fiber analysis reports for blends near 85% to confirm synthetic dominance
• Declare minor cotton content accurately to avoid reclassification to cotton-blend headings
• Use commercial invoices specifying end-use (apparel) vs industrial to guide valuation