Bleached Poly-Cotton Duck Fabric for Awnings from Japan
Bleached plain weave duck fabric weighing 300 g/m², composed of 70% polyester staple and 30% cotton, ideal for outdoor awnings. Falls under HTS 5514.19.90.30 as unbleached/bleached duck (219) with synthetic staple under 85% mixed mainly with cotton and weight over 170 g/m².
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
• Label bolts with exact GSM, fiber blend, and bleach status to comply with HTS statistical requirements
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; customs often scrutinizes heavy duck fabrics for accurate pricing
• Obtain pre-shipment samples for verification to prevent holds due to weave or weight discrepancies