Heavyweight Navy Blue Poly-Cotton Broadcloth from Japan
A dyed broadcloth fabric exceeding 170 g/m², blending polyester staple fibers with cotton, featuring plain weave not of square construction as defined in note (a). Ideal for work shirts and uniforms due to its durability and colorfastness. The statistical suffix (614) denotes poplin/broadcloth type.
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
• Document average yarn number >26 to distinguish from excluded heavier broadcloths in note (a)(ii)
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'poplin or broadcloth (614)' to align with HTS statistical reporting
• Avoid common pitfalls like weight mismeasurement leading to lighter fabric headings such as 5514.12