Unbleached Cotton Flannel Backing Fabric from Japan
Unbleached cotton fabric with flannel-like backing, ≥85% cotton, 190 g/m², #41 yarn, under HTS 5208.19.40.90 as other unbleached ≤42. Used for interlinings and padding. Napped finish on one side but unbleached overall.
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
• Confirm napping doesn't constitute 'bleaching' via chemical analysis
• Provide weave diagrams showing compliance with 'other fabrics'
• Track aggregate entries against cotton waste quotas indirectly