Abaca Table Linen Fabric from Japan
Woven abaca (Manila hemp) fabric of square construction for tablecloths, per statistical note (e). Classified HTS 5311.00.40 as other vegetable fiber fabric from abaca. Its natural sheen suits fine dining textiles.
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 for square construction (warp/filling count difference <11/cm) to validate classification
• Ensure no napping treatment, which affects sheeting/poplin definitions
• Declare grammage accurately; over 200g/m² excludes certain plain weave types