Mixed Fiber Dyed Sailcloth Duck Fabric from Japan
Dyed woven duck fabric from artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton (<85% synthetic), designed for sailcloth with high tear strength plain weave fitting 'duck (219)' definition (not napped, balanced construction >170 g/m²). Excludes lighter fabrics like printcloth. Used in marine sails and awnings.
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
• Conduct independent fiber analysis if blend is close to 85% threshold to prevent reclassification
• Include mill test certificates for dye fastness and fabric weight to support duck classification claims
• Beware of square construction pitfalls; non-square weaves may shift to sheeting if >33 ends/picks