Bleached Polyester-Cotton Twill Poplin Blend from Japan
Bleached twill weave poplin-style fabric with 68% cotton and 32% polyester staples, for casual pants. Under HTS 5516.41.00.60 for <85% artificial, cotton-mixed, satin/twill unbleached/bleached per Chapter 55. Not true poplin due to weave but similar weight.
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
• Confirm not qualifying as 'poplin' per statistical note (a) to stay in this subheading
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'twill weave (617)' for CBP review
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk import reduces valuation issues