Jute-Cotton Polyester Printcloth 315 from Japan
A lightweight printcloth blending jute vegetable fibers, cotton, and polyester man-made fibers, plain weave under 200 g/m² with square construction and >33 singles yarns/cm². Classified under HTS 5311.00.30.15 due to 'other vegetable fibers' with cotton/man-made mix under cotton restraints. Ideal for eco-friendly summer dresses and scarves.
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 exact composition to prove 'other vegetable fibers' like jute; labs tests often required for blends under cotton restraints
• Confirm no multiple/cabled yarns per note (d); pitfall is reclassification if weight exceeds 200 g/m²
• Include square construction proof (warp/fill count differential <11/cm); use for apparel to avoid quota issues