Heavy Dyed Polyester Curtain Lining Fabric from Japan
A robust dyed fabric over 170 g/m² made from 85%+ textured polyester filaments, used as blackout lining for curtains and drapes. Classified under HTS 5407.52.20.60 for its heavyweight dyed textured polyester weave, excluding lighter variants or non-textured yarns per chapter notes. Provides opacity and insulation in window treatments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include mill test certificates proving textured filament content and dyeing process; ensure no coating that could trigger chapter 59
• Common pitfall: incorrect weight declaration leading to higher duties in lighter subheadings