Silk-Rayon Chiffon Dress Fabric from Japan
Delicate, flowing chiffon woven from rayon filament with at least 30% silk incorporation, fully dyed, and appraised above $33/kg. Falls under HTS 5408.32.30.00 for its artificial filament base, silk blend meeting weight threshold, and luxury pricing. Commonly used in high-end bridal and cocktail attire.
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
• Label fabrics clearly with fiber content and country of origin to comply with Textile Fiber Products Identification Act
• Watch for misdeclaration of silk percentage, a common pitfall leading to audits; retain supplier certificates
• Confirm no printing processes were used post-weaving to stay in the 'dyed' subheading