Heavyweight Dyed Cotton Canvas Fabric from Japan
This is a dyed woven cotton fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, weighing more than 200 g/m², and exceeding 127 cm in width. It is classified under HTS 5209.39.00.80 as a plain weave 'other' fabric that is dyed and meets the specified weight and width criteria for Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics. Commonly used for upholstery and heavy-duty applications.
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
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide mill test certificates to confirm cotton content over 85%
• Ensure accurate measurement of width over 127 cm on entry documents; discrepancies can lead to reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as lighter weight fabric, which shifts to lower subheadings