Viscose Printcloth Alternative Fabric from Japan
Woven viscose rayon staple fiber fabric resembling printcloth specs but exceeding 170 g/m² or using multiple yarns, thus 'other' under 5515.99.90.90. Does not meet exact printcloth criteria in statistical note (c) due to weight or yarn type. Used for apparel shirting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Measure width (>168 cm) and confirm no square construction over 33 singles/cm to stay out of printcloth subheadings
• Label with exact g/m² and yarn number; discrepancies lead to CBP reclassification