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%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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