Floral Printed Printcloth Cotton for Table Linens (315) from Japan
Lightweight floral-printed cotton printcloth (315 thread count, <200 g/m²) used in producing tablecloths, napkins, and placemats for home dining. It qualifies for HTS 5212.15.60.40 as printed printcloth (315), a specific other woven cotton fabric per Chapter 52, with weave and printing confirmed via tariff yarn metrics.
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
• Provide dyeing/printing certificates; ensure no excessive sizing affects weight measurement during customs exam
• Document end-use as greige fabric for cutting/sewing to prevent classification as finished Chapter 63 goods
• Check partner country quotas on raw cotton; include mill certifications for hand-loomed if applicable under 5208/5209 notes