Bleached Poly-Cotton Drill Fabric 190 g/m² from Japan
A bleached drill weave fabric containing 75% cotton mixed with 25% polyester staple fibers, weighing 190 g/m². Falls under HTS 5514.19.90 as 'other' woven fabrics >170 g/m² with <85% synthetics mainly mixed with cotton, distinct from specified satin/twill. Used in uniforms and linens.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document weave type (not 8-harness satin or 3/1 twill) to justify 'other' subheading
• Ensure staple fiber certification; filament blends go to Chapter 54
• For apparel end-use, note it's fabric only to avoid Chapter 62 garment duties