Dyed Polyester-Cotton Poplin for Dress Shirts from Japan
Poplin fabric over 170 g/m² weight, dyed, with polyester staple fibers mixed mainly or solely with cotton, plain weave per note (a) definitions. Provides wrinkle resistance for formal dress shirts. Non-square weave and heft suit mid-to-heavy apparel applications.
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
• Label rolls with exact weight per m² and fiber percentages to prevent disputes at customs
• Obtain supplier certificates confirming plain weave poplin specs excluding napped low-density types
• Watch for over 85% polyester triggering 5513; request detailed blend breakdowns