Unbleached Cotton Duck Fabric 12 oz from Japan
A durable 12 oz (about 410 g/m²) unbleached cotton duck fabric with plain weave, consisting of 100% cotton. Classified under HTS 5209.19.00 for other unbleached heavy cotton woven fabrics not meeting denim or special weave criteria. Ideal for tool pouches, tarps, and upholstery.
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
• Provide grammage certificates showing weight >200 g/m²; common pitfall is under-declaring weight leading to reclassification
• Label clearly as unbleached to avoid scrutiny; include yarn count details per US note formulas for verification
• Ensure no pre-bleaching treatments; request supplier affidavits confirming natural state from loom