Lightweight Dyed Polyester Dobby Weave from Japan
Dyed dobby patterned fabric with 85%+ non-textured polyester filaments, <170 g/m², under HTS 5407.61.99.30 as other non-specific weaves. Used for decorative blouses. Combines plain weaves exclusively per note (a).
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
• Photograph weave patterns for CBP review; certify no cabled yarns
• Pitfall: dobby misread as jacquard (different HTS)
• Track duty savings vs alternatives