Bleached Cotton-Polyester Printcloth Fabric from Japan
This plain weave fabric weighs under 170 g/m², features average yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², and square construction, meeting the exact definition of printcloth per HTS statistical notes. Mixed mainly with cotton and less than 85% artificial staple fibers like polyester, it's unbleached or bleached for printing applications. Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings and crafts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify yarn count, weave density, and weight via lab testing to confirm printcloth classification; ensure fiber content labels show <85% artificial staple with cotton mix
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as sheeting if square construction not proven
• Obtain mill certificates for bleached/unbleached status