Printed Polyester-Cotton Scarf Blending Fabric from Japan
Lightweight printed fabric blending polyester staple fibers with cotton for fashion scarves, weighing less than 170 g/m². HTS 5513.49.20 applies to this printed 'other' woven polyester staple fabric mixed mainly with cotton, outside cheesecloth or printcloth definitions. Plain weave supports apparel accessory uses.
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
• Test for low warp/fill counts to avoid cheesecloth misclassification; retain printer certifications
• Common pitfall: incomplete blend ratios on labels causing reclassification
• Partner with accredited labs for pre-shipment verification