Industrial Bleached Cotton Duck Sheeting 16 oz from Japan
Extra-heavy bleached cotton duck over 200 g/m², classified in HTS 5212.22.60.40 as 'Duck (219)' for its uniform weave and high thread count. Suited for machine covers, straps, and protective barriers in manufacturing.
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
• Submit weave diagrams and yarn specs aligning with 'wholly of specified weave' per US note (b)
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics made-up articles to prevent shift to Chapter 63
• Monitor staple length quotas in 5201 notes if raw cotton content is scrutinized upstream