Polyester Queen Duvet Cover from Japan
A lightweight duvet cover made entirely from man-made polyester fibers, designed for bedding use to protect and encase a comforter. It falls under HTS 6302.93.20.00 as bed linen of man-made fibers, not specifically fitted or napped, distinguishing it from other textile categories in chapters 56-62. This classification applies to finished household bedding items excluding worn articles.
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
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% man-made fibers via lab tests for accurate classification; ensure country-of-origin labeling complies with FTC rules
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as fitted sheets under 6302.31, leading to different duties