Heavy Dyed Cotton-Spandex Twill Bag Fabric from Japan
This 230 g/m² fabric mixes 82% cotton with 18% spandex, dyed black in 3-thread twill for tote bags and backpacks. Classified in HTS 5211.32.0020 as a non-napped, dyed, heavy twill with <85% cotton primarily blended with man-made fibers.
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
• Document spandex as man-made fiber; stretching properties don't alter weave classification but require stretch test reports
• Ensure no excessive sizing; US note requires weight after de-sizing for accurate gsm declaration
• Batch-test for uniform dyeing; uneven color may trigger quality disputes or reclassification