Polyester Kite Tail Ribbon Strip from Japan
Narrow polyester strip (artificial ribbon-like straw) <5 mm wide, 67+ decitex for kite tails. HTS 5404.19.80.40 covers polyester strips and the like. Adds stability and visual appeal to stunt kites.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Measure strip width accurately; wider than 5 mm reclassifies
• Avoid colorful retail packaging that suggests toy set
• Declare weather resistance for accurate duty assessment