Dyed Polyester-Cotton Blend Duck Fabric from Japan
Dyed duck weave fabric primarily of polyester staple fibers with minor cotton, but classified as artificial staple due to composition under Chapter 55 rules. Its 'duck (219)' durability suits tarps; HTS 5516.92.0050 applies as not predominantly cotton.
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
• Provide detailed fiber analysis reports; blends over 50% cotton risk reclassification
• Declare exact weave specs matching statistical note exclusions for poplin/broadcloth
• Use correct country-of-origin marking for blends to avoid penalties