Dyed Cotton-Polyester Poplin Fabric from Japan
A plain weave dyed fabric containing 65% polyester staple fibers and 35% cotton, weighing 150 gsm, not of square construction. It qualifies under HTS 5516.42.00.90 as a woven fabric with less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton that is dyed and not specifically excluded. Used for shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% artificial staple and cotton mix
• Provide mill test certificates for weight, weave, and dye process to Customs
• Avoid declaring as 100% cotton to prevent Chapter 52 reclassification