Napped 65/35 Poly-Cotton Sheeting for Bedding from Japan
A 65% polyester staple / 35% cotton dyed napped sheeting fabric, plain weave >170 g/m², used for duvet covers and blankets. Qualifies for HTS 5514.21.00.50 as polyester staple dominant (<85%), mixed solely with cotton, dyed napped sheeting per statistical definitions.
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
• Document average yarn number >26 to exclude from note (b)(ii) exceptions
• Ensure dyeing is even; uneven dye may be seen as yarn-dyed under 5514.11