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210s Mercerized Combed Cotton 2-Ply Yarn from Japan

Mercerized 2-ply yarn from combed cotton fibers, single yarn metric number exceeding 210 (<83.33 decitex), ≥85% cotton. Enhanced luster for dress linings. Classifies HTS 5205.48.00.90 despite mercerization as chemical treatment doesn't change fiber classification.

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

Mercerization certificates acceptable; treatment doesn't alter HTS fiber content classification

Test post-mercerization to confirm decitex hasn't changed due to fiber swelling

Declare luster enhancement process but emphasize unchanged combed cotton base material