King Cole Cottonsoft DK Ball from Japan
King Cole Cottonsoft DK is machine-washable 100% cotton yarn in 50g retail balls, ideal for baby clothes and blankets. Under HTS 5207.90.00.00 as retail fine cotton yarn (200nm+), its soft handle and color range target home sewers and knitters. Ball format confirms retail intent.
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
• Test for baby-safe properties but classify by yarn specs; avoid apparel misclassification
• Retail labels must include care instructions and fiber content per US customs
• Track annual quotas; provide production country certifications for allocated amounts