Cotton-Acrylic Plaid Shirting Fabric from Japan
Wide shirting fabric exceeding 127 cm, composed of 65% cotton and 35% acrylic staple fibers with multi-colored yarns creating a plaid pattern. Falls under 5516.43 as mixed mainly with cotton, <85% artificial fibers, in 'other' category beyond poplin/broadcloth due to pattern weave. Used for casual 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
• Label fiber content accurately per FTC rules; measure width flat without tension
• Pitfall: Incorrectly claiming as broadcloth if weave doesn't match poplin/broadcloth exclusions