Unbleached Polyester Canvas Fabric from Japan
This is an unbleached woven fabric made from 100% polyester filament yarn, weighing 220 g/m², used for heavy-duty applications like tents and tarps. It falls under HTS 5407.69.10.60 because it is unbleached, contains over 85% polyester filaments, and exceeds 170 g/m² as specified in the statistical notes for heavy woven fabrics. The plain weave construction meets the chapter's definitions for flat fabrics without exceeding twist limits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight with lab testing certificates to confirm >170 g/m² compliance; provide mill test reports showing polyester filament content ≥85%
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as lighter fabric under 5407.61 if weight undocumented
• Ensure no dyeing or finishing to maintain unbleached status