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High-Count Printed Cotton Book Cloth from Japan

Printed cotton book cloth (87% cotton, #80 yarn, 165 g/m²) with fine yarns for durable book covers in HTS 5208.59.80. Smooth printing surface accepts fine patterns. Balances strength and lightness.

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

• Confirm no substantial impregnation making it Chapter 59 textile

• Industrial specifications aid end-use classification defense

• Weigh after boiling out sizing per official instructions