Printed Cotton Twill Canvas Duck from Japan
A robust printed cotton twill fabric over 85% cotton, >200 g/m², in 3-thread twill weave, not napped, fitting HTS 5209.52.0020 for printed heavy twills. Used for upholstery, bags, and workwear. Meets denim-like twill specs with colored warp and lighter weft.
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
• Conduct yarn count analysis using US note formulas to confirm average number aligns with heavy fabric classification
• Label rolls with exact width, weight per m², and weave type; common pitfall is misdeclaring weave as plain instead of twill
• Ensure no excessive sizing remains for accurate weight measurement post-boiling as per US note (b)