Printed Poly-Cotton Broadcloth for Dress Shirts from Japan
A fine plain weave broadcloth of 60% polyester staple and 40% cotton, 140 g/m², with subtle printed stripes. Fits HTS 5513.41.00 due to its printed polyester staple-cotton mix under 85% synthetic, plain weave, lightweight specs matching poplin/broadcloth definitions. Ideal for formal dress shirts.
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
• Label exact percentages and obtain certificates of origin to prove cotton mix dominance
• Check for square construction exclusion; this code applies only if not strictly poplin-excluded per notes
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 100% cotton—disclose polyester for correct Chapter 55 placement