Industrial Osnaburg Cotton Duck Cloth from Japan
Osnaburg cotton duck cloth is a dyed, plain weave sheeting fabric over 85% cotton and >200 g/m², fitting HTS 5209.31.60.25 as non-napped Osnaburg (313). Its robust construction suits tarps and covers. The specific Osnaburg weave and weight distinguish it from lighter cottons.
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
• Conduct yarn number calculations per U.S. notes to ensure compliance with Osnaburg specifications during customs audit
• Label rolls with exact weight, dye lot, and cotton content; avoid common pitfalls like misdeclared weave type
• Source from certified origins to bypass WTO non-member quantitative limits on raw cotton derivatives