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Unbleached Viscose Batiste Fabric from Japan

This is a fine, lightweight plain weave batiste made from 100% viscose filament, unbleached, weighing 110 g/m². It is commonly used for lingerie. It falls under tariff item 5408.21.00 because it is a woven fabric containing 85% or more by weight of artificial filament, unbleached, and not exceeding 170 g/m².

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Confirm the fabric is unbleached and weighs 170 g/m² or less to benefit from the applicable duty rate

• Provide a detailed product description including fibre type (viscose), weave (plain), and weight on the customs invoice

• If the batiste is cut into garment pieces, it may be classified as made-up and fall under Chapter 61 or 62