Combed Linen Printcloth Alternative from Japan
A fine plain weave linen fabric with combed fibers (note h), 85%+ flax, square construction but exceeding printcloth yarn specs (43-68), thus HTS 5309.19.00.90 other. For high-end dress linings.
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
• Combing certificates required; combed (note h) vs uncombed affects value but not heading
• Count singles yarns precisely >33/cm²; cabled yarns disqualify printcloth status
• Width declarations critical; narrow widths (< certain cm) may shift statistical suffixes