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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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