Dyed Poly-Cotton Sheeting Fabric from Japan
Dyed plain weave sheeting fabric with 70% polyester staple fibers and 30% cotton, 160 gsm, square construction with >33 ends/picks per cm. Falls under HTS 5516.42.00.90 due to <85% artificial staple mixed with cotton, dyed, and matching sheeting specs but 'other'. Ideal for bedding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document square construction and pick count to distinguish from printcloth exclusions
• Label with precise percentages; blends over 50% cotton risk Chapter 52
• Check for napping, as it affects poplin/broadcloth definitions