Bleached Cross Twill Napped Cotton for Upholstery from Japan
Featuring a broken cross twill weave, this 220 g/m² fabric is bleached and napped on both sides, with 92% cotton, suitable for furniture covers and automotive interiors. It falls under HTS 5209.22.00.40 as a heavy bleached napped twill per the subheading note's inclusive definition. The texture improves durability and grip.
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 weave diagrams confirming 3/4-thread twill or cross twill to distinguish from plain weave
• Test for excessive sizing and remove per US note instructions before weight verification
• Declare as 'napped' explicitly on entry; failure leads to higher duties under un-napped codes