Dyed Polyester Broadcloth from Japan
Dyed plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric, not square construction, potentially napped, excluded from poplin per statistical note (a) due to specific weight/yarn limits. Suitable for upholstery and dresses. Under 5516.92.00 for other dyed woven artificial staple fibers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test for square construction absence and yarn number >26 if over 170 g/m²; label fiber content accurately
• Pitfall: Napping can confuse with felt-like nonwovens