Silk-Blend Artificial Filament Poplin from Japan
A fine woven poplin fabric made from artificial filament yarns blended with 35% silk, featuring yarns of different colors for a subtle variegated effect. Valued over $33 per kg due to the premium silk content and high-quality weave. Classified under HTS 5408.33.30.00 as a woven fabric of artificial filament yarn containing 30% or more silk by weight, of different colors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify silk content via lab testing (ASTM D6280) to confirm ≥30% by weight for accurate classification
• Provide detailed yarn composition and value documentation; invoices must prove valuation over $33/kg
• Avoid misclassification as pure silk (5007) by documenting artificial filament base yarn