Cotton-Viscose 12 nm Cabled Yarn from Japan
Cabled yarn blend of 75% uncombed cotton and 25% viscose, not exceeding 14 nm per single yarn, intended for industrial textile production. Falls under 5206.31.00.00 due to mixed fiber composition under 85% cotton and multiple yarn structure. Commonly used for workwear fabrics and towels.
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
• Include detailed yarn construction specs showing multiple/cabled structure and single yarn nm
• Check country-specific cotton quotas if blended yarn triggers 5201 raw cotton limitations indirectly
• Label as 'industrial use only' to avoid retail sale interpretations