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Flax-Polyester-Cotton Canvas-Like Fabric from Japan

Unbleached plain weave fabric, 82% flax, 10% cotton, 8% polyester, 220 g/m², yarn number 30, for upholstery. Under HTS 5309.21.30.90 as 'other' unbleached/bleached flax blend <85% flax with cotton/man-made, exceeding poplin weight limits. Durable for casual furniture covers.

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

• Document yarn numbering and multiple yarn exclusions to stay out of sheeting

• Use commercial invoices specifying end-use to prevent industrial reclassification

• Pre-apply for binding ruling if construction nears exclusion boundaries