Unbleached Flax-Viscose Blend Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Heavy unbleached plain weave fabric with 60% flax and 40% viscose, >200 g/m², average yarn 28, not square construction, classified other per notes (b)(c) at 5309.21.40.90. Durable for furniture upholstery. Flax content <85% keeps it in blend category.
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
• Specify fiber percentages accurately; viscose blends often scrutinized for man-made dominance
• Heavy weight fabrics need density proofs to avoid lighter category shifts