Polyester Filament-Mixed Printcloth for Apparel from Japan
A lightweight printcloth fabric of polyester staple fibers blended mainly with polyester filaments, plain weave, square construction, over 33 singles yarns/cm², average yarn 50-60, under 170 g/m². Meets HTS 5515.12.00.30 printcloth definition for dress and blouse production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label fiber content accurately (e.g
• 60% polyester staple, 40% filament); FTC compliance avoids penalties
• Test for no cabled yarns and exact ends/picks per cm²; importers often miss square construction proof
• For apparel end-use, pair with HTS 62 notes; bulk rolls need weight declarations under 170 g/m²