Printed High-Thread-Count Cotton Batiste Dress Lining from Japan
Ultra-fine printed batiste with 88% cotton content, 75 yarn number, and 130 g/m² weight qualifies for HTS 5208.59.80. This smooth, lightweight fabric excels as dress linings or blouses. The high yarn fineness prevents transparency while maintaining breathability.
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
• Submit fabric swatches for CBP verification of weave (plain or combinations) and printing method
• Document linear meters per kg for accurate yarn number calculation per US note (b)
• Label rolls clearly as 'not denim' to prevent confusion with 5209.42 twill weaves