Heavy Osnaburg Cotton Canvas Sheeting from Japan
Unbleached plain weave Osnaburg sheeting (313) per HTS 5209.11.00.25, >85% cotton, exceeding 200 g/m² weight threshold. Commonly imported for agricultural sacks, covering materials, and industrial wiping cloths. Coarse texture and unprocessed state define its classification.
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
• Remove excessive sizing by boiling before weight measurement to accurately calculate g/m² per Chapter 52 note (b)
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'Osnaburg sheeting - not napped' to match statistical suffix .25
• Monitor seasonal quota periods (Aug 1-Jul 31 or Sep 20-Sep 19) applicable to cotton fabrics via Chapter 52 U.S. notes