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
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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