Cotton Mull Fabric for Bookbinding from Japan
Dyed, lightweight cotton mull (gauze-like) fabric at 85%+ cotton, 130 g/m², yarn #72, used in bookbinding. HTS 5208.39.80.90 applies to this plain weave, high-count, dyed cotton textile.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Specify end-use in entry docs if industrial to avoid retail garment scrutiny
• Test for exact cotton percentage; blends near 85% often audited