Bleached Cotton-Acrylic Sateen Automotive Upholstery from Japan
215 g/m² bleached sateen fabric mixing 78% cotton with 22% acrylic for car seats. HTS 5211.20.29.20 applies due to fiber mix <85% cotton, heavy weight, bleaching, and sateen weave per notes. Durable with glossy finish.
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
• Note automotive end-use for potential special provisions or FTAs
• Use S/Z formulas for yarn count if challenged on average number
• Ensure uniform weave per US note (b) to prevent twill reclassification