Polyester-Cotton Printed Poplin Shirt Fabric from Japan
This plain weave fabric blends 65% polyester staple fibers with 35% cotton, weighing 150 g/m², and features a printed floral pattern. It qualifies under HTS 5513.41.00 as a printed plain weave fabric mixed mainly with polyester staple fibers and cotton, under 170 g/m². Commonly used for lightweight shirts and blouses.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm less than 85% polyester and mainly mixed with cotton for accurate classification
• Provide weave analysis and weight certification (under 170 g/m²) to avoid misclassification as heavier fabrics
• Ensure printing is on one or both sides; declare as 'printed' to match this subheading