Navy Blue Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Dress Fabric from Japan
A 140 g/m² dyed broadcloth of 70% polyester staple and 30% cotton, plain weave with non-square construction fitting the broadcloth definition per statistical note (a), ideal for women's dresses and blouses. The uniform navy dye is applied post-weaving. HTS 5513.21.0020 applies to its polyester-cotton mix under 170 g/m².
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label fiber composition accurately on invoices to meet <85% synthetic rule; include weave analysis to confirm non-square poplin/broadcloth
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring weight, which could trigger 5513.29 for heavier fabrics