Unbleached Sateen Cotton-Spandex Blend Fabric from Japan
Heavy 78% cotton/22% spandex sateen at 215 g/m², unbleached for stretch upholstery or apparel linings. HTS 5211.19.00.20 covers its mixed man-made content (<85% cotton), sateen weave, and weight specs from Chapter 52 notes. Offers elasticity with cotton comfort.
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
• Test for spandex recovery properties to confirm man-made fiber classification
• Provide linear meter weight docs (Y from US note formulas) for accurate duty assessment
• Avoid entry during quota periods if cotton staple length implicates US notes on raw materials