Bleached Number 8 Cotton Duck Fabric from Japan
Number 8 bleached cotton duck, weighing >200 g/m² with ≥85% cotton and twill weave (not plain), is classified in HTS 5209.29.00.60 as specified duck fabric. Used in marine applications like boat covers for its durability.
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
• Use BYT/1,000 formula from US notes for accurate average yarn number declaration
• Ensure no selvage exclusions affect weave purity claims per classification notes