Acrylic Staple Fiber Sheeting Fabric from Japan
This plain weave fabric, made from 85% or more acrylic staple fibers, weighs over 170 g/m² and meets sheeting criteria with square construction and more than 33 warp ends and picks per cm². It is classified under HTS 5512.29.0020 as sheeting of acrylic staple fibers per statistical note (b)(ii). Ideal for upholstery and heavy-duty linens.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ acrylic staple fibers, as blends under 85% shift to 5515
• Provide weave specs (square construction, ends/picks >33/cm²) in documentation to justify sheeting classification
• Avoid misclassification as printcloth by ensuring weight exceeds 170 g/m² and no print patterns