Dyed Cotton Duck Fabric 12 oz from Japan
A robust plain weave cotton duck fabric, 85%+ cotton, piece-dyed in solid colors, weighing 340 g/m², ideal for tents and sails. Classified under HTS 5209.31.60 for its dyed plain weave structure, high weight, and cotton purity. It exceeds the 200 g/m² threshold, excluding it from lighter fabric subheadings.
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
• Conduct yarn number average per US Note (a) to ensure plain weave classification; retain calculation records
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete dyeing certification—provide affidavits from dyers for uniform color
• Check for 'certified hand-loomed' status under 5209 notes for potential duty reductions if applicable