Nylon Pillow Protector from Japan
A zippered pillow protector encasing standard pillows, constructed from durable nylon man-made fibers. Falls under HTS 6302.32.20 as other bed linen of man-made fibers, serving as a protective layer rather than decorative sham. Waterproof coating enhances allergen resistance.
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
• Label as 'pillow protector' not sham to stay in bed linen; shams may go elsewhere
• Document allergen-free claims with certifications for FDA compliance
• Watch for coating; if warp knit with insecticides, it shifts to 6304.20