Modacrylic Square Construction Sheeting from Japan
Sheeting fabric with 92% modacrylic staple fibers, plain weave over 170 g/m², precisely square construction (equal ends/picks >33/cm²) per note (b)(ii), classified HTS 5512.29.0020. Napped finish for softness in bedding applications.
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 square construction; asymmetry may disqualify from sheeting
• Retain mill test reports for yarn number averages >26 to meet definitions
• Separate napped from non-napped in shipments to simplify customs review