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Discharge Printed Organic Cotton Bed Sheet Fabric from Japan

Organic cotton sheeting fabric with discharge printed floral motifs, plain weave, 85%+ cotton by weight, 120 g/m², yarn number 40. Classified under HTS 5208.52.30.35 for its discharge printing process, sheeting use, and meeting weight/yarn criteria from Chapter 52 notes. Ideal for premium bedding and hospitality linens.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain organic certification and cotton content lab analysis; U.S

• Customs requires proof for Chapter 52 fiber thresholds

• Document discharge printing process via manufacturer affidavits to distinguish from standard prints

• Watch for weight variations post-scouring; measure after boiling to remove sizing per US note formulas