Bleached Linen Upholstery Grade Fabric from Japan
Bleached 87% flax wide fabric (>127 cm) for furniture upholstery, plain weave not of square construction. Classified HTS 5309.11.00.10 for bleached high-flax content and width. Exceeds broadcloth exclusions per chapter note (b)(ii) due to yarn number.
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
• Test average yarn number to confirm not broadcloth per note (b); document for tariff disputes
• Check if napped surface meets note (f) definition to avoid pile fabric confusion
• Use proper packaging to prevent creasing during ocean freight