Modal Oxford Printed Fabric for Casual Shirts from Japan
High-quality printed oxford fabric from modal (beech tree pulp) staple fibers, ideal for casual button-down shirts. Classified in 5516.94.00.70 for its printed oxford construction using artificial staple fibers as defined in Chapter 55. Soft hand-feel with subtle stripe prints.
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
• Certify modal as regenerated cellulose fiber to stay in artificial staple category
• Check for square construction pitfalls that might reclassify as sheeting
• Use detailed photos in documentation showing basketweave for oxford verification