Number 80 Plain Weave Cotton Sheeting Fabric from Japan
This unbleached plain weave cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight and weighs under 100 g/m² with an average yarn number of 80, classifying it under HTS 5208.11.80 as a high-count unbleached fabric of number 69 or higher. It is commonly used for lightweight bed linens and apparel linings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; fractions disregarded
• Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤100 g/m² to avoid reclassification
• Ensure unbleached status with documentation; bleaching shifts to 5208.21