Polyester Shantung Fabric from Japan
Slub-textured woven polyester filament fabric mimicking silk shantung, for apparel suits. Under HTS 5407.30.90.00 as other per note 9, not basic plain weaves. Adds luxury texture to garments.
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
• Describe slub yarn construction to justify non-square/plain weave
• Avoid cabled yarns if over limits in sheeting note (d)(ii)
• Invoice with end-use declarations for apparel