Brushed Polyester-Cotton Flannel Sheeting from Japan
Printed plain weave sheeting fabric over 170 g/m², napped (brushed) on both sides, mixed mainly cotton with <85% polyester staple fibers. Fits statistical note (b)(ii) for heavyweight sheeting, providing flannel-like warmth for shirts and pajamas. The nap enhances insulation and hand-feel.
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
• Conduct fiber burn tests to prove <85% synthetics; customs often challenges blend ratios
• Specify napping direction (one or both sides) in invoices to match 613 statistical suffix
• Ensure no multiple/cabled yarns used, as per sheeting exclusions in note (b)(ii)(A)