Bleached Nylon Taffeta Fabric from Japan
Bleached woven nylon filament fabric weighing 190 g/m², featuring a taffeta weave ideal for upholstery and sails. Classified under HTS 5407.71.00.60 due to its >85% synthetic filament composition, bleached finish, and weight over 170 g/m² per chapter notes. Not poplin or broadcloth due to weave and density.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide bleaching process certificates to distinguish from dyed fabrics; test for filament yarn count to ensure not qualifying as sheeting
• Watch for re-classification if used in apparel as composite goods