Breathable Poly-Viscose Oxford Uniform Fabric from Japan
Specially woven oxford cloth from polyester staple mainly mixed with viscose rayon for work uniforms, offering durability and moisture-wicking. HTS 5515.11.00.45 applies to this 'other' category oxford not qualifying as broadcloth/poplin per note (a)(i-ii). Used in hospitality and office attire.
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
• Certify construction details (warp/filling picks >33/cm if applicable) against statistical notes
• Use NAFTA/USMCA certificates if qualifying for preferential polyester-viscose blends
• Watch for shrinkage testing requirements in apparel end-use declarations