Nylon Pillow Protector from Japan
A zippered pillow protector made from durable nylon fabric to shield against allergens and stains. Falls under HTS 6302.32.20.60 as other bed linen of man-made fibers, treated as protective bed covers not qualifying as shams or printed items. Excludes worn or Chapter 56-62 goods per notes.
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
• Specify 'pillow protector' not 'sham' on entries; shams have ornamental exclusions
• Test for insecticidal coatings; those with specified chemicals go to 6304.20
• Use HTSUS advisory rulings for zipper-inclusive items to confirm textile dominance