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Bleached Viscose Sheeting Fabric from Japan

A plain weave bleached viscose staple fiber fabric weighing under 170 g/m², square construction with over 33 ends/picks per cm² and yarn number 68 or lower, fitting the sheeting definition. Classified under HTS 5516.91.00 for bleached woven artificial staple fiber fabrics. Ideal for bed linens and apparel bases.

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 thread count precisely per statistical notes to confirm sheeting status

• Ensure bleaching process certification; over-bleaching may classify as 'other' treatments