Dyed Polyester-Cotton Sateen Fabric from Japan
lustrous sateen weave fabric, 155 g/m², 65% polyester staple fibers mixed with 35% cotton, uniformly dyed. HTS 5513.29.00 covers this as 'other' dyed woven not fitting poplin/sheeting exclusions, synthetic staple dominant under 170 g/m². Popular for dress shirts and linings.
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
• Provide yarn number averages (e.g
• 68 or lower) to align with chapter statistical notes
• Ensure no napping claims unless tested, as it affects sheeting/poplin definitions
• Batch test for shrinkage to preempt post-import apparel manufacturing issues