Unbleached Nylon Staple Oxford Cloth from Japan
Unbleached Oxford weave fabric from 88% nylon staple fibers, not of square construction and meeting statistical criteria for Oxford (weight >170 g/m², yarn number >26). HTS 5512.91.00.70 applies due to high synthetic staple fiber content and specific cloth type. Used in workwear and casual shirting.
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
• Submit yarn analysis reports proving staple fiber (not filament) construction to avoid Chapter 54 misclassification
• Document plain weave with basket pattern photos for customs verification of Oxford type
• Ensure no napping that might qualify as broadcloth if under statistical note exclusions