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Bleached Modacrylic Duck Canvas 12 oz from Japan

A bleached heavy-weight duck fabric composed of 90% modacrylic staple fibers in a plain weave with high thread count (219+ tpi), ideal for flame-retardant applications like welding curtains. Classified under HTS 5512.21.0050 for its bleached state, acrylic/modacrylic content over 85%, and duck construction per statistical definitions. The bleaching process enhances whiteness without altering the staple fiber weave structure.

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

Include flame-retardancy test reports if marketing as such, but ensure classification remains fabric-only without assembly

Document bleaching process to distinguish from unbleached; customs may require swatches for color verification

Watch for over-classification as finished goods—import in bolts to avoid apparel or upholstery headings

Bleached Modacrylic Duck Canvas 12 oz from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5512.21.00.50