Bleached Poly-Cotton Plain Weave Duck for Bags from Japan
Durable bleached 219 plain weave duck (72% cotton/28% nylon, 310 g/m²) for duffel and tote bags. Falls under HTS 5211.20.21.90 as a mixed <85% cotton fabric with man-made fibers, over 200 g/m², bleached, and specific duck construction.
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
• Distinguish from lighter 'duck' by providing g/m² specs; <200 g/m² goes to other plain weaves
• MMF type (polyester vs nylon) doesn't change code but note in descriptions for valuation
• Bulk fabric only; sewn bags classify differently under Chapter 63