Geometric Printed Cotton-Merino Blouse Fabric from Japan
Lightweight 170 g/m² woven fabric of combed cotton (62%) and merino wool (38%), featuring bold geometric prints for blouses. HTS 5212.15.10.20 applies due to printing, combed processing, wool content threshold, and cotton as principal material. Popular in ready-to-wear fashion lines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit commercial invoices detailing yarn number average per US Note (b) for accurate classification
• Ensure no power-loom certification if claiming hand-loomed, as this subheading excludes certified hand-looms
• Check for denim-like twill weaves, which could redirect to 5209.42 if matching specific color/yarn criteria