Dyed Polyester Printcloth from Japan
Plain weave dyed polyester staple fiber fabric under 170 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², square construction, not combed, per statistical note (c)(i). Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings. Fits 5516.92.00 as other dyed woven artificial staple fiber fabric.
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
• Provide yarn count and construction specs to confirm printcloth exclusion from sheeting; ensure no multiple yarns present
• Pitfall: Over-width fabrics (>168 cm) may not qualify under note (c)(ii)