Artisan Flax-Cotton-Viscose Handloom Fabric from Japan
Handwoven unbleached fabric, 76% flax, 15% cotton, 9% viscose, 170 g/m² irregular plain weave. Classifies HTS 5309.21.30.90 as other flax blend <85% with cotton/man-made, not meeting uniform commercial exclusions. For craft and artisan apparel.
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
• Document handloom origin; may qualify for preferential treatment
• Measure weave irregularity doesn't trigger pile/napped classification
• Small lot imports easier; watch valuation for artisan premiums