Heavyweight Dyed Cotton Duck Canvas Fabric from Japan
This is a dyed woven cotton fabric weighing over 200 g/m², classified as duck (219) due to its plain weave structure with equal yarn counts in warp and weft, typically around 10-12 oz per square yard. It meets HTS 5212.23.60.40 as 'other' dyed cotton fabrics not specified elsewhere in 5212. Used for durable applications like tents and upholstery.
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 exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing to avoid reclassification to lighter headings
• Provide mill test certificates confirming dyed plain weave cotton duck structure per subheading 219
• Watch for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports; ensure origin complies with US notes