Acrylic Staple Oxford Unbleached Sheeting Alternative from Japan
Unbleached oxford cloth from acrylic staples (85%+), HTS 5512.21.00.70 distinguishes it from sheeting via non-square construction and basketweave per chapter notes. For apparel interlinings.
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
• Differentiate from sheeting by confirming not square construction >33 ends/picks
• Lab test yarn numbers to avoid broadcloth or printcloth misclassification
• Retain samples for potential CBP verification