Fine Polyester Printcloth Sheeting Alternative from Japan
Printed polyester printcloth mimicking sheeting properties but classified as printcloth due to yarn number 46, >35 singles/cm², square weave under 170 g/m². Used for lightweight bedding prototypes. HTS 5407.94.20.40 per exact printcloth specs overriding broader sheeting note (d).
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
• Distinguish from sheeting (note d) by confirming printcloth's stricter yarn singles requirement
• Use ISO-tested specs for customs valuation disputes on classification
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail rolls better match statistical intent