Polyester Terry Toweling Fabric from Japan
Woven terry fabric made entirely from polyester man-made fibers, featuring uncut loops on one or both sides, typically used for towels and bath robes. It qualifies under HTS 5802.20.00.20 as terry toweling of man-made fibers, excluding narrow widths per heading 5806. This fabric is primarily for apparel and household linens.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% man-made fibers via lab tests for accurate classification; ensure declaration of width over 30 cm to avoid 5806
• Common pitfall: misclassifying cut-to-size pieces as finished goods