Flax-Cotton Spandex Sheeting for Apparel from Japan
Lightweight sheeting fabric of linen (flax), cotton, and spandex man-made fibers, featuring square construction and precise thread count per chapter notes, falling under HTS 5311.00.30.60 due to textile restraints. Commonly used in blouses and dresses for its crisp texture.
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
• Conduct fiber burn tests to prove vegetable/man-made mix; retain certificates for customs entry
• Monitor Category 613 quotas closely as restraints apply; use HTS lookup for current limits
• Ensure no napping that could confuse with outing flannel definitions in statistical notes