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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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