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Polyester Printcloth Fabric from Japan

Plain weave polyester fabric under 170 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², square construction, under 168 cm width, per printcloth note. 88% synthetic staple fibers qualify for HTS 5512.99.00 as other. Used in apparel printing.

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

• Confirm no multiple/cabled yarns and measure width under 168 cm

• Lab certify average yarn numbers 43-68 for printcloth eligibility