Flax-Cotton-Elastane Utility Canvas from Japan
Heavy plain weave canvas (75% flax, 20% cotton, 5% elastane), 280 g/m², average yarn 30. HTS 5309.29.30.90 for other flax blends with cotton/man-mades. Used for bags and workwear.
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
• Confirm excludes sheeting exclusions (multiple yarns, low yarn number) per note (c)(ii)
• Weight certificates essential
• Pitfall: classifying as duck under cotton Chapter 52