Dyed Polyester Batiste Fabric from Japan
Fine, lightweight dyed batiste fabric of 85%+ polyester filaments, weighing ≤170 g/m², under HTS 5407.69.20.10 as other dyed woven polyester fabrics. Used for blouses and linings, its plain weave aligns with statistical notes excluding square construction types. High polyester ensures durability in apparel applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
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
• Conduct grammage tests to confirm ≤170 g/m²; discrepancies often lead to reclassification to heavier subheadings
• Label as 'dyed woven fabric' with percentage; importers overlook polyester verification causing penalties
• For apparel end-use, ensure no confusion with knitted fabrics requiring Chapter 60 declarations