Dyed Polyester-Cotton Twill Fabric from Japan
This twill weave fabric is dyed, composed of polyester staple fibers (<85%) mixed mainly with cotton, weighing more than 170 g/m². It matches HTS 5514.23.00 as 'other woven fabrics' of polyester staple fibers in this mix and weight category. Used for workwear pants and jackets.
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 twill weave pattern (e.g
• 2/1 or 3/1) to distinguish from plain weave types like poplin
• Avoid bulk packaging without individual rolls labeled; customs may require retail-ready verification
• Test for shrinkage post-dyeing to ensure compliance with fabric stability standards