Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Bag Fabric from Japan
Plain weave broadcloth at 180 g/m², composed of 70% polyester staple fibers and 30% cotton with varied color yarns, suited for tote bags and backpacks. It matches HTS 5514.30.31.00 for plain weave fabrics over 170 g/m² of polyester staple mixed mainly or solely with cotton, yarns of different colors. Provides strength and wrinkle resistance.
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
• Conduct square meter weight tests pre-shipment to confirm >170 g/m² threshold
• Document mixing ratio precisely, as 'mainly with cotton' requires cotton as key secondary fiber
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply industrial sheeting, maintaining retail fabric status