Unbleached Cotton Twill Substitute Plain Weave from Japan
A plain weave alternative to twill with yarn number 39, 92% cotton, 120 g/m² unbleached, under HTS 5208.12.40 as it meets weight and number specs for unbleached cottons. For utility aprons and covers.
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 microscopic fiber analysis for cotton %; synthetics common contaminant
• Record meters/kg and cm width for precise N calculation per Chapter 52 note (a)
• Ensure no broken twill mimicking denim; strict plain weave required