Plaid Cotton Sleeping Bag Cover from Japan
A rectangular cotton shell with plaid pattern, zipper closure, and baffles for insulation, sold empty for sleeping bag assembly. Classified under HTS 6307.90.89.50 due to its cotton construction and explicit designation as a sleeping bag shell akin to quilt coverings. Excludes any filling or insulation.
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 products clearly as 'unfilled cotton sleeping bag shell' on packaging and manifests to match HTS description
• Obtain a NAFTA or USMCA certificate if from qualifying countries to potentially reduce duties
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient fiber content disclosure, which can trigger audits and delays