Tarp-Grade Cotton-Nylon Duck Fabric from Japan
Heavy unbleached duck (290 g/m²), 72% cotton/28% nylon, broken twill weave not plain. Fits HTS 5211.19.00.60 as unbleached >200 g/m² cotton-MMF duck (219). Standard for temporary tarpaulins and shelters.
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
• Specify nylon type in docs; high-tenacity may trigger different textile regs
• Confirm no pre-impregnation; treated tarps shift chapters
• Volume imports need quota checks tied to cotton staple U.S. notes