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