Bleached Fine Cotton-Wool Blend Batiste from Japan
Delicate batiste at 130 g/m² with 38% fine wool, bleached for bridal use. HTS 5212.12.10.10 covers this not combed, lightweight bleached cotton with wool hair content. Wedding dress fabric.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Batiste fineness requires nm yarn measurement per Chapter 52 US note
• White bridal fabrics often audited for true bleaching vs optical brightening
• Small rolls common; ensure not 'made up' triggering Chapter 62