Bleached Acetate Batiste Fabric from Japan
Fine, crisp batiste woven fabric from bleached acetate filaments (88% artificial content), lightweight and smooth. Classified under HTS 5408.21.00 for its bleached state and high artificial filament proportion. Suited for blouses and lingerie.
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 bleaching certificates and yarn specs to comply with unbleached/bleached distinction
• Check gram weight (<170 g/m²) against poplin exclusions in statistical notes
• Declare as flat fabric if yarns under 472 turns/meter to fit definitions