Polyester-Cotton Duck Workwear Fabric from Japan
A dyed woven fabric made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², classified as duck except plain weave due to its durable twill weave structure and heavy weight. It meets HTS 5514.23.0040 specifications for synthetic staple fiber blends under 85% synthetic content. Commonly used for industrial workwear like aprons and coveralls.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% polyester and exact weight >170 g/m² to avoid reclassification
• Provide mill certificates and dye lot details for customs; ensure weave is documented as non-plain duck