Certified Hand-Loomed Indigo Block Print Cotton Lawn from Japan
Fine cotton lawn fabric (85%+ cotton, <100 g/m²) with traditional indigo block prints, woven on hand looms by cottage weavers and certified officially. Its plain weave suits blouses and dresses. HTS 5208.51.20.00 applies to these certified hand-loomed printed cottons.
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
• Confirm 'certified hand-loomed' status via government seal/stamp; non-certified versions classify under 5208.51.40
• Calculate average yarn number using U.S. note formulas if challenged on cotton purity or fabric specs
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring print method—ensure documentation matches block printing process