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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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