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%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
• 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)