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Certified Hand-Loomed Cotton Striped Curtain Fabric from Japan

Heavy plain weave cotton fabric exceeding 85% cotton content and 200 g/m², produced on hand looms by certified cottage industries using differently colored yarns for a striped pattern suited to curtains and drapery. HTS 5209.41.30.00 applies precisely due to its certified hand-loomed nature, weave type, and material specs as defined in Chapter 52 notes.

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

• Retain certification from exporting government's agency; it's essential for duty preference and avoids higher rates

• Measure fabric weight post-sizing removal per US note (b) to confirm >200 g/m² accurately