Machine Ribbon Nylon Greige Fabric from Japan
Greige (unbleached) woven nylon fabric with both selvages woven, 85%+ polyamide filaments of 28-83 decitex, thread count precisely 59+ warp/39+ filling per cm (warp ≤60% total). HTS 5407.41.00.10 captures this narrow spec for typewriter and machine ribbons. Provides strength for ink saturation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'greige suitable for ribbon' to distinguish from apparel or upholstery fabrics
• Conduct pre-shipment audits for weave uniformity per statistical note (a)
• Declare accurately to avoid anti-dumping scrutiny on nylon textiles