Dyed Cotton Sergeant Twill Sheeting from Japan
Heavy dyed sergeant twill cotton sheeting, over 85% cotton by weight and >200 g/m², with a steep twill weave for upholstery. HTS 5209.39.0040 covers this as other twill weave dyed fabric in Chapter 52.
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
• Calculate average yarn number using BYT/1,000 formula from US Note (a) for accurate declaration
• Ensure no selvage exclusions affect weave verification during customs inspection
• Bundle in commercial quantities to avoid retail set reclassification