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Heavyweight Dyed Poly-Cotton Duck Canvas Fabric from Japan

This plain weave duck fabric weighs over 200 g/m², contains less than 85% cotton mixed mainly with polyester man-made fibers, and is uniformly dyed for durability. It qualifies under HTS 5211.31.00.90 as dyed plain weave duck (219), characterized by its dense, heavy construction ideal for demanding applications. The '219' designation refers to its specific weight and weave density per tariff specifications.

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 fiber composition via lab tests to confirm <85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers; retain certificates for CBP review

• Measure fabric weight post-sizing removal per US note formulas to ensure >200 g/m² classification

• Avoid misdeclaration as 100% cotton (5209) by providing detailed blend invoices; common pitfall is underreporting man-made content