Polyester Twill Weave Bag Fabric from Japan
Twill weave polyester staple fabric for tote bags and backpacks, with robust diagonal texture for load-bearing. Classifies in HTS 5515.19.00.40 as other twill of polyester staples, not meeting cheesecloth or printcloth specs. Medium weight at 180 gsm.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify no multiple/cabled yarns per Chapter 55 note (b)(ii) to avoid sheeting exclusion
• Use HTSUS statistical suffix 617 correctly for satin/twill reporting