Heavy Cotton Sateen Dress Lining Material from Japan
Dyed cotton sateen fabric over 200 g/m² for garment linings, under HTS 5212.23.60.50 due to sateen weave, weight, and dyeing. Its sheen and durability suit structured dress interiors.
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 weave diagrams confirming sateen (4+ warp floats) to distinguish from twill in same subheading group
• Watch for blending; >2% non-cotton shifts out of Chapter 52 per general rules
• Prepare for CBP exams on dye fastness; non-compliant dyes lead to refusals