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%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
• 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