Bleached Cotton Interlock Knit Fabric from Japan
A double-knit interlock fabric from cotton that has been bleached white, ideal for underwear and baby clothing. Classified in HTS 6006.21.90.80 as an 'other' unbleached or bleached cotton knit fabric, excluding wale, loop, or specific statistical types. Its smooth double-face finish distinguishes it from single jersey but keeps it in this broad category.
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
• Label as 'bleached' with lab reports; over-bleaching resembling optical brightening may trigger 6006.24
• Declare exact construction (e.g
• interlock) but note it falls under 'other' unless wale-specific
• Watch for contamination; synthetic blends over 5% shift to 6006.41+ headings