Modacrylic-Wool Sheeting Fabric from Japan
A square construction plain weave fabric weighing under 170 g/m² with over 33 ends/picks per cm² and yarn number 68 or lower, primarily modacrylic staple mixed with fine animal hair. Falls under HTS 5515.22.10.00 for other woven acrylic/modacrylic fabrics with wool blends. Ideal for bedding and upholstery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document square construction and pick count precisely to match sheeting definition in statistical note (b)
• Ensure no printcloth characteristics like 43-68 yarn numbers to stay out of excluded categories
• Label origin of fine animal hair to comply with textile quota restrictions if applicable