Flax Poly-Cotton Printcloth Sheeting Alternative from Japan
Specialty printcloth with 60% flax, 25% cotton, 15% polyester, precisely engineered to meet printcloth defs: <200 g/m², 50 singles/cm², yarn 50-60, square weave. Falls under HTS 5309.21.30.65 for MMF-restrained flax blends. Popular for eco-friendly apparel and home textiles.
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
• Conduct independent weave analysis; minor deviations can reclassify to higher-duty sheeting
• Bundle with fiber content lab reports for smooth CBP exam
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, risking parts classification