Heavyweight Cotton Duck Canvas Fabric from Japan
This is a plain weave cotton fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, weighing more than 200 g/m², made from yarns of different colors, and not napped. It matches HTS 5209.41.60.20 due to its high cotton content, weight exceeding 200 g/m², multi-color yarns, and plain weave structure without napping. Commonly used for upholstery, bags, and tents.
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
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide mill test certificates to confirm compliance with HTS criteria
• Ensure accurate yarn color documentation as 'yarns of different colors' to avoid reclassification to single-color subheadings