Bleached Twill Alternative Plain Weave Cotton from Japan
This bleached cotton fabric mimics twill but uses strict plain weave, >85% cotton, >200 g/m² for upholstery. Bleaching standardizes color. Fits HTS 5209.21.00 excluding twill per notes.
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
• Provide microscopic weave photos to confirm plain over twill structure
• Calculate average yarn number using BYT/1,000 formula for disputes
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial sets without declaration