Wool-Polyester Printcloth Blend for Shirts from Japan
Printed plain weave fabric with 38% wool and 62% polyester staple fibers, resembling printcloth specs (gsm <170, >33 threads/cm). Used for custom shirtmaking. Fits HTS 5516.34.0510: printed, wool >36%, artificial <85%, not combed.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide thread count and yarn number details to distinguish from excluded printcloth definitions in statistical notes
• Use AATCC test methods for fiber ID to prevent reclassification
• Avoid bulk packaging without retail intent to prevent parts classification under 5516.94