Polyester-Cotton Oxford Cloth Blend (90/10) from Japan
Woven oxford cloth fabric composed of 90% polyester staple fibers and 10% cotton, meeting the 85%+ synthetic staple fiber threshold. Its basketweave structure and weight distinguish it as oxford cloth under HTS 5512.99.0045 per chapter notes. Used in durable workwear shirting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis to prove ≥85% synthetic staple fibers; blends near threshold often face scrutiny
• Include detailed weave diagrams in entry docs to confirm oxford (basketweave) vs. plain weave exclusions
• Label accurately to prevent downgauging to 5515 for lower synthetic content fabrics