Jute-Cotton-Spandex Printcloth from Japan
Blended printcloth fabric from jute vegetable fibers, cotton, and spandex man-made fibers, meeting all printcloth criteria: plain weave, <200 g/m², square construction, 43-68 yarn numbers, >33 singles per cm². HTS 5311.00.30.65 applies due to vegetable fiber base with cotton and restrained man-made content. Suitable for stretch casual wear.
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
• Spandex content triggers higher scrutiny under man-made restraints—file with accurate lab tests; avoid napping that could confuse with note (f); declare as apparel fabric not upholstery