Heavyweight Poly-Viscose Oxford Dress Fabric from Japan
A durable oxford weave fabric primarily of polyester staple fibers blended solely with viscose rayon, designed for formal dresses and suiting. Falls under 5515.11.00.45 for its specific oxford construction (not poplin/broadcloth per note (a)) and polyester-viscose staple mix. Typically weighs 220-250 g/m².
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
• Document weave pattern and g/m² to distinguish from sheeting or cheesecloth definitions
• Label rolls with exact fiber percentages to comply with 19 CFR fiber content rules
• Check for dyeing/post-processing that might affect 'other' classification within 5515.11