Modacrylic Sheeting for Upholstery from Japan
Heavyweight plain weave sheeting fabric composed of 90% modacrylic staple fibers, over 170 g/m², square construction exceeding 33 ends and picks per cm² per statistical note (b)(ii). Classified in HTS 5512.29.0020 for its high modacrylic content and sheeting structure. Used in fire-retardant upholstery applications.
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 certifications if marketed as such, but ensure classification based on fiber/weave not end-use
• Document average yarn number to exclude lower-number exclusions in sheeting definition
• Check for napping; allowed in sheeting but confirm it doesn't alter plain weave classification