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Bleached Cotton Voile Curtain Fabric from Japan

A sheer bleached cotton voile woven fabric at 120 g/m², ideal for lightweight curtains and draperies. Classified in HTS 5212.12.60.90 for other bleached woven cotton fabrics ≤200 g/m², distinct from plain weave or specific twills. Its fine yarn count provides transparency without patterns.

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 end-use as yard goods with invoices specifying 'not for apparel' to aid valuation

• Test for average yarn number per US note formulas if challenged on classification

• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics finished goods to prevent set classification issues