Discharge Printed Cotton Broadcloth Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Durable broadcloth fabric of 85%+ cotton, exceeding 200 g/m², discharge printed for unique distressed upholstery looks. Plain weave provides strength for furniture covers. HTS 5209.51.60.15 captures its printed poplin/broadcloth nature.
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 before weight measurement, as per US note (b)
• Declare printing technique accurately—discharge vs roller/stencil affects subheading
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on cotton fabrics from certain Asian origins