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Polyester Duck Sailcloth Material from Japan

High-tenacity polyester staple duck fabric per HTS 5512.19.0040, featuring plain weave with 219+ threads/cm for sail applications. Contains 85%+ polyester staples, excluding cheesecloth or printcloth per chapter definitions. Provides UV and tear resistance for marine use.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Certify fiber tenacity and staple length for synthetic verification

Avoid declaring as 'broadcloth' to prevent note-based rejection