Unbleached Modal-Cotton Fabric from Japan
Unbleached plain weave with 78% modal (artificial staple) mainly mixed with cotton, 145 gsm, 35 ends/picks, yarn 60. 'Other' under HTS 5516.41.00.90 as it doesn't fit sheeting/printcloth exclusions precisely. Soft for t-shirts or underwear.
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
• Modal requires specific fiber ID in docs; test for <85%
• Avoid moisture causing partial bleaching in transit