Heavyweight Napped Checkered Workwear Twill Alternative from Japan
Plain weave 245 g/m² fabric of 68% cotton/32% viscose with checkered yarns of different colors, napped surface for workwear durability. Under HTS 5211.41.00.40 for mixed <85% cotton, plain (not twill) weave, multi-color, napped >200 g/m². Alternative to denim in work clothing.
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
• Differentiate from denim by confirming no 3/4-thread twill per subheading note
• Provide dyeing process records showing yarn-dyed different colors vs printing
• Test post-boiling weight for accurate g/m² after sizing removal