Combed Flax-Cotton Polyester Suiting Fabric from Japan
Combed (note h) plain weave fabric, 65% flax, 20% cotton, 15% polyester, 220 g/m² for suiting. 5309.29.30 due to fiber mix; combed status noted but doesn't override heading.
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
• Combing certification required if claiming higher-value status; affects yarn quality declarations
• Suiting often >200 g/m²—ensure not meeting heavy sheeting exclusions in note c(ii)