Wide Flax Canvas Duck Fabric from Japan
Heavyweight plain weave flax canvas (>200 g/m², average yarn number >26), width exceeding 127 cm, <85% flax blended with hemp. Classified as other flax woven fabric HTS 5309.29.4010, not meeting sheeting exclusions. Used for upholstery and sails.
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
• Test weight per m² and yarn number to confirm exclusion from sheeting under note (c)(ii)
• Specify if napped surface; document to differentiate from pile fabrics per note (f)