Unbleached Polyester Printcloth Fabric from Japan
Unbleached plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric, 140 gsm, yarn numbers 50-60, over 33 singles yarns per sq cm, square construction under 168 cm width, matching printcloth note (c)(ii). Primarily for pre-printing apparel bases. HTS 5512.91.00 applies to its unbleached state and 100% synthetic staple composition.
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
• Measure and certify yarn count and construction to fit printcloth exclusion from sheeting
• Avoid multiple/cabled yarns, as they disqualify from printcloth definition
• Specify width under 168 cm in invoices for accurate statistical note application