Heavy Napped Cotton-Spandex Twill for Jackets from Japan
This unbleached, napped 3-thread cross twill fabric (78% cotton, 20% polyester, 2% spandex) weighs 250 g/m², ideal for outerwear jackets. It matches HTS 5211.12.0040 criteria: <85% cotton, man-made mix, twill weave, napped, and heavy weight.
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 precise weight per m² and napping direction to prevent weight-based reclassification
• Ensure no bleaching agents used; invoices should specify 'greige' or unbleached status
• Monitor U.S. notes on yarn number calculations for mixed fabrics