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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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