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Bleached Broadcloth for Tailored Apparel from Japan

Bleached broadcloth of polyester staple (78%) mainly with cotton, 152 g/m² plain weave, broadcloth per notes excluding heavy/low yarn types. Under HTS 5513.11.00.20 for poplin or broadcloth specs. For tailored shirts and jackets.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide construction diagrams showing plain weave to affirm broadcloth status

• Watch for blended imports; separate pure cotton rolls avoid mix confusion

• Comply with UFLPA if from certain origins for forced labor checks