Bleached Cotton 315 Printcloth for Quilting Backing from Japan
Lightweight bleached printcloth (yarn #315, <200 g/m²) under HTS 5212.12.60.40, used as backing fabric for handmade quilts due to its smooth, printable surface. Bleaching enhances dye adhesion for custom patterns, fitting 'other printcloth (315)' for bleached cotton wovens. Ideal for hobbyists and small-scale production.
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
• Document removal of excessive sizing via boiling test for accurate weight/yarn calculations per US notes
• Classify as fabric only if uncut; pre-cut panels may be 'made up' under 6307