Bleached Poly-Cotton Sheeting Fabric from Japan
A plain weave fabric weighing 190 g/m², composed of 70% cotton and 30% polyester staple fibers, bleached but not of square construction or using low yarn numbers excluded from sheeting. Classified under HTS 5514.19.90.90 for unbleached/bleached mixed fabrics over 170 g/m², other than specified types. Ideal for upholstery or apparel linings.
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
• Document bleaching process and ensure it doesn't alter classification to dyed or printed
• Measure yarn ends/picks per cm and weight precisely to exclude from sheeting definitions
• Label origin and fiber blend clearly; pitfalls include weight mismeasurement leading to under 170 g/m² claims