Flax Tablecloth from Japan
A rectangular tablecloth woven entirely from flax fibers, used for dining table coverage. It falls under HTS 6302.99.15 as table linen made of flax, a bast fiber distinct from cotton or man-made materials. Primarily for household use, providing a natural, breathable surface.
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 100% flax composition via lab tests to avoid reclassification to other fiber blends
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'table linen of flax' and fiber content labels
• Watch for blending pitfalls; even minor non-flax fibers shift to 6302.51 or 6302.59