Dyed Poly-Cotton Bedding Sheeting from Japan
Square weave dyed sheeting for bedding: 67% polyester staple, 33% cotton, 165 gsm, >33 threads/cm, yarn 70. HTS 5516.42.00 for dyed <85% artificial/cotton mixes meeting sheeting notes. High thread count for softness.
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
• Prove square construction with photos/micrographs; Flammability testing for bedding
• Pitfall: >170gsm without yarn 68+ risks sheeting denial