Bleached Cotton Pique Knit Fabric from Japan
Bleached cotton pique fabric with a textured honeycomb pattern, used for polo shirts. Falls under HTS 6006.21.90.80 as other unbleached/bleached cotton knits, lacking specific loop or wale features. The raised surface comes from knit structure, not pile.
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
• Document bleaching process to distinguish from yarn-dyed pique in 6006.22
• Measure stitch density; high-density may resemble velour under statistical notes
• Include GSM (grams per sq meter) on commercial invoice for customs weight verification