Polyester Staple Duck for Awnings from Japan
Woven duck fabric from polyester staple fibers (85%+), meeting 219+ thread count for HTS 5512.19.0040 'duck' specification in plain weave without square construction exclusions. Used in outdoor awning production for durability against weather. Statistical notes confirm exclusion from poplin/broadcloth categories.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
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
• Lab test for staple vs filament to avoid Chapter 54 misclassification
• Declare exact g/m² weight; over 170g/m² risks sheeting review per notes
• Avoid bulk packing without labels; requires country-of-origin marking