Black Polyester-Cotton Poplin Blouse Material from Japan
Weighing 160 g/m², this black-dyed plain weave poplin fabric blends 60% polyester staple fibers with 40% cotton, non-square construction per note (a), suited for tailored blouses. It qualifies under HTS 5513.21.0020 for dyed, lightweight polyester-cotton poplins.
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
• Conduct independent weave and weight tests for CBP verification; declare exact dye process to distinguish from yarn-dyed
• Pitfall: over 85% polyester reclassifies to higher-duty 5513.11