Industrial Polyester-Cotton 3-Twill Sheeting Alternative from Japan
Bleached 3-thread twill industrial fabric mixing polyester staple with cotton >170 g/m², used in machinery covers. Classed under HTS 5514.12.00 for twill, not meeting sheeting defs in notes due to weave. Robust for commercial protective uses.
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
• Differentiate from sheeting; twill excludes it per note (b), confirm via yarn count
• Bulk import only; cut pieces may be parts under different chapters
• Lab test for staple vs filament to prevent Chapter 54 errors