Heavyweight Printed Cotton Canvas Tote Bag Fabric from Japan
This heavyweight printed cotton canvas fabric, containing over 85% cotton and weighing more than 200 g/m², is plain weave and designed for durable tote bags and accessories. It falls under HTS 5209.51.60 as a printed plain weave cotton fabric exceeding the weight threshold, distinct from lighter or unprinted variants.
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
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing to confirm classification and avoid reclassification to lighter subheadings
• Provide detailed invoices specifying print method, weave type (plain), and cotton content ≥85% to prevent duty disputes
• Check for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports; source from WTO members to bypass limitations