Napped Flax-Cotton Acrylic Blend Fabric from Japan
Napped woven fabric (fuzzy surface per note f) with 70% flax, 20% cotton, 10% acrylic, used for casual jackets. Under 5309.29.30 as flax <85% with cotton and MMF; nap distinguishes from pile weaves.
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
• Describe napping method (scratching/pricking) in invoices to differentiate from pile under chapter notes
• Weight <200 g/m² common for napped apparel; heavier may need structural verification