Certified Hand-Loomed Osnaburg Fabric from Japan
Certified hand-loomed dyed Osnaburg sheeting (plain weave, >85% cotton, >200 g/m², not napped) qualifies for HTS 5209.31.60.25 with government certification. Cottage industry production adds artisanal value for upholstery. Meets all U.S. note criteria for hand-loomed.
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
• Include official government certification for hand-loom status per U.S. note to heading 5209
• Document non-power-driven loom use; photos of production help during verification
• Pair with fiber content affidavits to confirm >85% cotton threshold