Bleached Polyester Sheeting Fabric from Japan
A plain weave bleached fabric of square construction, over 85% polyester staple fibers, weighing under 170 g/m² with more than 33 ends/picks per cm and yarn number 68 or lower. Fits HTS 5512.11.00 for bleached high-polyester staple woven fabrics. Commonly used for bed linens and curtains.
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
• Provide construction specs (square weave, ends/picks) to prove sheeting status per statistical notes
• Ensure bleaching process certification; over-bleached may be deemed 'other' under 5512.19
• Label roll width and weight accurately to avoid reclassification as printcloth