Raw Cotton Muslin Roll Goods from Japan
Unbleached muslin cotton fabric, 85%+ cotton, 140 g/m², average yarn number 42 exactly, qualifies for HTS 5208.19.40. Popular for cheesecloth production and quilting.
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
• Disregard fractions in yarn number per US note (a) to confirm ≤42 boundary
• Ensure roll width measurement aligns with B in tariff formulas
• Avoid entry during quota periods if staple-derived from restricted cottons