Bleached Polyester Sheeting Fabric from Japan
A square construction plain weave polyester fabric weighing 160 gsm, with over 33 ends and picks per cm and average yarn number 65, qualifying as 'sheeting' under note (b)(i). Bleached but not dyed, it falls under HTS 5512.91.00.90 for unbleached or bleached woven synthetic staple fabrics (85%+). Ideal for bed linens and curtains.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document bleaching process without dyes; chemical analysis prevents misclassification as 'dyed'
• Include construction specs (ends/picks, yarn number) in invoices to match sheeting definition
• Watch for napping, as it doesn't exclude classification but must be noted for quality claims