Linen-Viscose Apparel Lining Fabric from Japan
Lightweight 65% flax 35% viscose woven fabric for garment linings, 120 g/m² plain weave with tight construction. HTS 5309.29.40 applies to this other flax blend fabric under 85% flax, not qualifying as sheeting or printcloth per chapter notes. Common in jacket and dress linings.
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 average yarn numbers to confirm not printcloth (43-68 range excluded); use invoices specifying 'cuttable lining yardage'; avoid sewing samples that could imply made-up status