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%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
• 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