Unbleached Cotton Mesh Knit Fabric from Japan
Unbleached cotton knit with open mesh structure for sportswear ventilation. HTS 6006.21.90.80 captures this as other unbleached cotton knit; mesh from tuck stitches doesn't qualify as lace (Chapter 60 note excludes). Used in athletic liners.
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
• Provide stitch diagrams proving mesh vs lace for Chapter 60 note compliance
• Test air permeability; high values confirm mesh but not powernet (6002.43)
• Avoid elastic yarn claims; spandex blends go to 6006.41+