Heavy Poly-Cotton Broadcloth for Upholstery from Japan
Bleached broadcloth of polyester staple fibers (<85% weight) mixed solely with cotton, exceeding 170 g/m² in plain weave, under HTS 5514.11.0020 for poplin/broadcloth excluding napped low-yarn types. Suited for furniture covers and cushions.
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 g/m² certifications from manufacturers to confirm weight over 170 gsm threshold
• Declare as poplin/broadcloth with weave specs to match statistical note (a)