Bleached Poplin Craft Quilting Cloth from Japan
Lightweight bleached poplin cotton fabric (yarn #314, <200 g/m²) used for quilting and crafting projects. HTS 5212.12.60.20 applies to this other woven bleached cotton as poplin/broadcloth, confirmed by twill-free weave and yarn metrics per U.S. notes. Its smooth, crisp finish suits patchwork applications.
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
• Use boiling to remove excessive sizing before weight/yarn testing for accurate classification
• Declare as 'other' poplin/broadcloth; avoid generic 'cotton fabric' descriptions to prevent CBP scrutiny
• Check for quantitative restrictions if raw cotton content traces back to limited staple lengths