Bleached Napped Cotton Flannel Alternative Twill from Japan
This 210 g/m² fabric mimics flannel with a 3-thread twill base, bleached and heavily napped for softness, containing 86% cotton for apparel linings. It qualifies for HTS 5209.22.00.40 due to exceeding 200 g/m², twill weave, bleaching, and napping per HTS notes. Ideal for mid-weight jackets.
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
• Measure linear density using US note formulas (e.g
• BYT/1,000) for accurate yarn number reporting
• Avoid commingling with lighter fabrics in shipments to prevent average weight miscalculation
• Certify no optical brighteners if claiming pure bleached status