Napped Poly-Cotton Printed Flannel-Like Twill from Japan
Heavy 230 g/m² woven twill fabric mixing 80% cotton with viscose man-made fibers, printed with plaid patterns and napped for a flannel appearance used in shirts and blankets. The cross twill weave enhances durability. Matches 5211.52.0040 criteria: printed, napped twill, mixed fibers under 85% cotton, over 200 g/m².
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
• Use average yarn number calculation per US note for cotton fabric verification during audits
• Declare printing method (screen/rotary) as customs distinguishes true prints from dyed yarns
• Watch for denim misclassification; ensure not meeting strict denim definition in subheading note