Pima Cotton Sheeting 313 Thread Count from Japan
Premium unbleached Pima cotton sheeting fabric, plain weave, yarn number 50, 88 g/m², 100% cotton by weight. Fits HTS 5208.11.40.40 as lightweight sheeting (313) with numbers 43-68, used primarily for high-end mattress covers and shirt linings. The precise yarn metrics ensure classification in this unbleached subcategory.
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
• Conduct fiber content lab tests if blended near 85% threshold to prevent disputes over cotton purity
• Declare exact weight per m² and weave type; pitfall is exceeding 100 g/m² due to moisture, triggering 5208.19
• Use commercial invoices detailing 'sheeting (313)' for statistical reporting accuracy