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Polychrome Polyester Printcloth Alternative from Japan

Woven from polyester staple yarns of varying colors, this fabric mimics printcloth specs but uses different color yarns in weaving (43-68 yarn number, >33 singles/cm²). Over 85% artificial staple, under HTS 5516.13.00.00.

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

Differentiate from true printcloth (note c) by yarn color proof; not post-printed

Include width measurements (<168 cm for some notes)