Harlequin Textured Polyester Costume Fabric from Japan
Diamond-patterned fabric from 85% textured polyester filaments of contrasting colors, meeting HTS 5407.53.20 as other woven multi-color textured polyester. Essential for theatrical costumes.
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
• Flame retardancy certification often required for costumes; verify filament texturing
• Pitfall: bulk vs retail packaging affecting quotas