Unbleached Irish Linen Sheeting Fabric from Japan
Wide unbleached woven flax fabric exceeding 127 cm, containing over 85% flax, used for high-end bed linens and upholstery. Classified under HTS 5309.11.00.10 due to its unbleached state, plain weave construction meeting sheeting definitions, and width specification. Meets chapter notes for plain weave fabrics of flax without bleaching or other treatments.
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
• Verify flax content exceeds 85% via lab testing for accurate classification; measure width precisely as exceeding 127 cm is critical
• Ensure no bleaching agents used to avoid shifting to other subheadings
• Provide mill certificates documenting unbleached status