Dyed Acetate Batiste Fabric from Japan
Fine, lightweight dyed batiste fabric from acetate filament yarn, plain weave for delicate blouses. HTS 5408.32.90 as other dyed artificial filament fabrics, under 170g/m2 without printcloth specs. Known for crisp hand.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm singles yarns only; multiples exclude from printcloth note (e)
• Measure ends/picks per cm2; >33 with avg yarn 43-68 risks printcloth if square
• Document commercial invoice with g/m2 to verify against note thresholds