Upland Combed Cotton Staple Fibers from Japan
Combed Upland cotton fibers processed but unspun, for medium-count yarns under HTS 5203.00.05.00 general note 15. Common for everyday fabrics like t-shirts and bedsheets. Meets U.S. note definitions for tariff-average yarn number computation.
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
• Calculate average yarn number per U.S. note formulas if CBP queries
• Ensure handloom certification if applicable under 5208/5209 notes
• Avoid perished staple mixing