Ne 70/1 Polyester-Cotton Blend Yarn for Sheeting from Japan
Ultra-fine yarn (Ne 70/1, exceeding 52 nm) combining polyester staple with mainly cotton, for square construction sheeting fabrics as defined in notes. Under HTS 5509.53.00.60 for synthetic staple polyester-cotton mixes not retail-packed. Used in bed linens for durability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
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 square construction specs if end-use is sheeting; ensure staple fiber verification
• Pitfall: classifying as 100% cotton if blend ratio undocumented