Heavy Poly-Cotton Bleached Duck for Upholstery from Japan
Bleached plain weave duck fabric of polyester staple mixed mainly with cotton, weight >170 g/m², suited for furniture upholstery. Meets HTS 5514.11.00.90 criteria for unbleached/bleached polyester staple duck. Balances strength and comfort.
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 exact bleaching process to comply with 'bleached' definition
• Ensure customs sees fabric in rolls, not cut pieces resembling garments
• Test for shrinkage to avoid post-import compliance issues