Linen-Cotton-Spandex Sheeting Fabric from Japan
A plain weave sheeting fabric of 60% flax, 35% cotton, and 5% spandex, 190 g/m² with square construction over 33 ends/picks per cm² and yarn number ≤68, falling under 5309.29.30.70 for mixed flax <85% with cotton and man-made fibers under restraints. Excludes printcloth per statistical notes.
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
• Document square construction metrics (warp/fill counts) to substantiate sheeting classification per Chapter 53 notes
• Ensure man-made content labeling complies with textile partnership agreements for restraint categories
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring weight; test for ≤200 g/m² to prevent duty shifts