Braided Edge Cotton Pillowcase from Japan
Soft cotton pillowcase with thick braided cord edging around the opening and flanges for a tailored look. Falls under HTS 6302.31.50.40 for cotton pillowcovers with braid trimming, not napped bed linen. Braid adds the decorative element required for this specific subheading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Specify braid material in CF-7501; synthetic braids may require fiber content disclosure
• Check for flammability compliance if sold for consumer use; bedding has strict standards
• Use HTS 369 suffix precisely for pillowcovers to match statistical reporting