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Striped Printed Cotton Pillowcase from Japan

Cotton twill pillowcase with bold striped printing, envelope closure for easy pillow insertion. Under HTS 6302.21.90.10 as other printed cotton bed linen pillowcases, not napped or bolster. Stripes applied via printing process qualify for this specific printed tariff line.

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

• Inspect for napping (raised fibers) pre-shipment to confirm 'not napped' status

• Include country of weave/origin certificates for GSP or preferential duty claims

• Watch for blending with synthetics over 2% which could shift material heading