Viscose Printcloth with Spandex Filaments from Japan
Unbleached printcloth of viscose staple (75%) and spandex man-made filaments, plain weave 160 g/m², average yarn 50, square >34/cm² singles. Precisely matches HTS 5516.21.00.30 printcloth definition excluding multiples. Used in stretchy printed sportswear linings.
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
• Test for spandex elasticity but ensure it doesn't alter weave to non-plain
• Declare <85% staple explicitly; spandex filaments qualify as man-made
• Watch for weight creep in humid storage affecting g/m² compliance