Institutional Grade 313 Cotton Sheeting from Japan
Unbleached plain weave cotton sheeting for institutional use, yarn #40, 96 g/m², 90%+ cotton, specified as 313 sheeting. HTS 5208.11.20.40 applies due to ≤42 yarn number, unbleached, lightweight plain weave >85% cotton. Suited for hospital linens 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
• Remove excessive sizing by boiling before weight/yarn tests per US note (a)
• Certify plain weave excludes selvage
• Monitor aggregate quotas for staple cotton under 5201