Dyed Cotton Sateen Dress Fabric from Japan
A lightweight woven cotton fabric weighing 180 g/m² with a smooth sateen finish from a satin weave, dyed in solid colors. It falls under HTS 5212.13.60.60 as other dyed woven cotton fabrics not exceeding 200 g/m², specifically sateens in the 326 category based on yarn number metrics. Ideal for dresses and blouses due to its lustrous sheen.
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
• Verify fabric weight ≤200 g/m² and confirm sateen weave via lab test to match subheading criteria
• Provide mill test certificate for yarn number average and dyeing process to avoid reclassification
• Check Chapter 52 quota applicability based on country of origin; ensure no excessive sizing affects weight measurement