Black Dyed Cotton Twill Alternative Fabric from Japan
Plain weave variant of twill-style cotton fabric, 90% cotton, reactive dyed black, 280 g/m², for upholstery. Fits HTS 5209.31.60 as 'other' plain weave (not true twill per notes), dyed, heavy cotton fabric. Excludes broken twill denim definitions.
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 or photos to CBP proving plain (not twill) construction per US Note (b)
• Test for excessive sizing and report desized weight to accurately hit >200 g/m² criterion
• Monitor Upland cotton import quotas if fabric derived from restricted staple lengths