Unbleached Herringbone Twill Cotton from Japan
Unbleached herringbone twill cotton fabric (88% cotton, 175 g/m²) for slacks and vests, a twill variant. Classifies under HTS 5208.19.20 as twill weave unbleached ≤200 g/m² high-cotton fabric. Herringbone is broken twill embraced by subheading.
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
• Prove twill via T (yarns/cm²) measurement per US note
• Avoid over 85% cotton claim without testing
• Document for retail vs bulk to influence valuation