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Heavyweight Cotton Checkered Upholstery Fabric from Japan

Cotton fabric ≥85% by weight, over 200 g/m², woven with different colored yarns forming checkered patterns for furniture upholstery. Classified as other multi-color fabrics not meeting denim specs. Provides durable seating covers.

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

Test for excessive sizing removal per US note (b) before weight determination

Specify end-use as upholstery on entry docs to guide proper classification

Ensure no flame-retardant treatments that could trigger Chapter 59 classification