Dyed Rayon-Polyester Printcloth Alternative from Japan
This dyed plain weave fabric blends <85% rayon staple with polyester filaments, structured as a printcloth alternative (≤170 g/m², >33 singles yarns/cm², yarn 43-68, square) but classified as 'other' dyed mix. It matches HTS 5516.22.00.90 for non-specific dyed woven artificial staple-filament fabrics. Used in lightweight apparel.
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
• Measure yarns per cm² and confirm no multiples/cabled yarns to distinguish from true printcloth if needed
• Retain mill certificates for yarn numbers 43-68 and staple <85% to support 'other' classification