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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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