Shirtings Printed Sheeting Blend from Japan
Printed sheeting specifically for shirting, 158 g/m², 58% cotton/42% micro-polyester staple, square plain weave 36/cm, yarn 66. Classifies HTS 5513.49.90.20 printed sheeting mainly cotton.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Shirting end-use doesn't change classification; focus on weave specs
• Micro-denier polyester still counts as staple fiber
• Compare against poplin notes to avoid misclassification