Bleached Oxford Cloth for Tent Material from Japan
Bleached acrylic staple fiber oxford cloth (85%+), classified as HTS 5512.21.00.70 for unbleached/bleached oxford (227), with durable basketweave for outdoor tents and awnings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for UV resistance but classify based on fiber/weave, not end-use
• Prevent reclassification by documenting absence of printcloth traits
• Use detailed weave diagrams in entry docs for customs review