Napped Cotton-Polyester Twill Work Pants Fabric from Japan
This heavy unbleached woven fabric, weighing over 200 g/m², consists of 75% cotton mixed with 25% polyester in a 3-thread twill weave that has been napped for a brushed surface. It falls under HTS 5211.12.0040 due to its low cotton content, unbleached state, twill construction, and napping. Commonly used for durable workwear like pants in industrial settings.
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 exact fiber composition via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and qualify under this subheading
• Provide mill certificates proving unbleached status and napping process to avoid reclassification as plain twill
• Be aware of cotton import quotas; ensure origin documentation for non-WTO countries