Unbleached Cotton Twill Fabric for Workwear from Japan
This unbleached twill weave cotton fabric, containing over 85% cotton and weighing 180 g/m², is used for manufacturing durable work pants and jackets. It falls under HTS 5208.19.20 as an unbleached woven fabric of predominantly cotton with twill weave and under 200 g/m² weight. The minimal processing preserves its natural state without bleaching.
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 fabric weight does not exceed 200 g/m² and cotton content ≥85% via lab testing for accurate classification
• Provide mill certificates confirming unbleached status and weave type to avoid reclassification as bleached
• Watch for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports; ensure origin complies with US note limitations