Viscose-Rayon Broadcloth Poplin from Japan
A colorful poplin broadcloth made from viscose staple fibers (<85%) mixed with polyester filaments, plain weave not square, over 170 g/m². Fits HTS 5516.23.00.10 as it meets poplin definitions excluding low-density or coarse yarn types.
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
• Label yarn colors explicitly in invoices to justify 'yarns of different colors' subheading
• Include grammage certificates to prove >170 g/m² and compliance with poplin exclusions
• Watch for napping that might confuse with sheeting; document plain weave structure