Narrow Silk Tie Lining Fabric from Japan
Fine silk woven fabric, 65 cm wide with 48 warp yarns per cm, over 85% pure silk, engineered for the inner lining of high-end neckties to provide smooth drape. The dense weave prevents slipping during tie knotting. Meets HTS 5007.20.0055 criteria for necktie-specific production.
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
• Include technical specs showing warp density and necktie end-use in commercial invoice; declare exact selvage-to-selvage width to prevent undervaluation claims; test for silk purity as mixtures under 85% shift headings