Cotton-Spandex Twill Stretch Fabric from Japan
Dyed twill weave with 75% cotton, 22% polyester, 3% spandex at 240 g/m² for stretch pants. Under HTS 5211.39.0040 for <85% cotton mixed mainly with man-made fibers, heavyweight dyed twill. Elastane adds flexibility while cotton provides breathability.
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
• List all fibers including minor elastane in declarations; totals must sum correctly
• Test for weave purity per US note (b) excluding selvage for twill confirmation
• Beware misdeclaration of weight; use N=BYT/1000 formula if audited