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Dyed Cotton Twill for Automotive Seat Covers from Japan

Heavy 240 g/m² dyed 3-thread twill, 89% cotton, designed for vehicle upholstery. Classifies under 5209.32.00 for its precise matching of cotton %, weight, twill, and dyed attributes.

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

• Test for colorfastness; reactive dyes common—document to meet REACH-like standards

• Avoid importing with accessories; pure fabric only to stay in 52

• Use binding ruling from CBP for consistent classification