Upland Combed Ring Spun Single Yarn 11 Nm from Japan
Standard upland cotton combed fibers spun into single ring yarn at 11 nm, over 85% cotton, not for retail. HTS 5205.21.00.20 due to ≤14 nm coarse count, ring method, combed per chapter specs. Common for workwear and sheeting.
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
• Upland staple (28-34 mm) fits most quotas; declare perished staple if applicable
• Remove sizing via boiling test for accurate Z (grams per linear m) in formulas
• Ensure single yarn count; plied detection leads to 5207 reclass