Plaid Heavyweight Poly-Cotton Twill from Japan
Plaid-patterned 4-thread cross twill fabric weighing over 170 g/m², with polyester staples (<85%) mixed solely with cotton using different colored yarns. Falls under HTS 5514.30.32.80 as other polyester staple twill-cotton mixes of different colors, per Chapter 55 hierarchy excluding sheeting or cheesecloth. Used for tablecloths and upholstery.
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
• Plaid requires color yarn proof; photos or swatches aid customs review
• Weight uniformity across rolls; variances can trigger average yarn number disputes