Automotive Seat Poly-Cotton Dyed Gabardine from Japan
Gabardine fabric 68% cotton / 32% polyester, dyed charcoal, 255 g/m² for car seat covers. HTS 5211.39.00.90 for dyed other heavy mixed cotton, excluding prints. Fine twill weave fits general provision.
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
• Automotive end-use doesn't alter fabric HTS; classify by composition
• UV dye fastness tests recommended for claims
• Bulk rolls vs retail cuts same classification