Cotton-Poly Sateen Shirt Lining from Japan
Dyed sateen fabric blending 75% cotton and 25% polyester, at 170 g/m², used for shirt linings with a silky finish. Classified in HTS 5210.39.20.20 due to cotton <85%, man-made mix, dyed, sateen weave, and lightweight specs per Chapter 52 notes. Provides smooth drape and durability for garment interiors.
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
• Label with exact yarn number average per US note (a) to avoid reclassification disputes
• Provide weave certification confirming sateen (not twill) as subheading specifies both
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 100% cotton; MMF content triggers different duties