Fine Bleached Mull Cotton Fabric from Japan
Bleached mull fabric, a soft plain-weave cotton with yarn number 85, 75 g/m², over 85% cotton, fits HTS 5208.29.80 as high-fineness bleached textile. Used for interlinings, bookbinding, and lightweight apparel. Exceptionally sheer due to ultra-fine yarns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document linear meters per kg (Y) accurately for yarn number via US note (b) formulas during customs exam
• Ensure no selvage exaggeration; tariff classification excludes selvage in weave determination
• Pair with origin certs for quota checks, though processed fabrics like this often evade raw cotton limits