Dyed Poly-Cotton Broadcloth from Japan
Dyed plain weave broadcloth of 75% polyester staple and 25% cotton, not square construction, 140 gsm. Falls under HTS 5516.42.00 as dyed woven artificial staple fabric <85% artificial mixed with cotton, qualifying as broadcloth per chapter notes. Used for shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document average yarn number to confirm broadcloth status; use AATCC tests for dye fastness
• Avoid pitfall of calling it 'poplin' if square weave, causing disputes