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Printed Voile Sheer Cotton Fabric from Japan

A finely woven printed voile cotton fabric under 200 g/m², used for lightweight curtains and apparel linings, fits HTS 5212.15.60.50 as a sheer voile with printed patterns. Its tight twist yarns create the characteristic transparency and drape.

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 yarn number calculations per Chapter 52 U.S. notes to prove average fineness

• Label fiber content accurately (100% cotton) to prevent reclassification under man-made blends

• Avoid common pitfall of importing in bulk rolls without weight verification per m²