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Modal Twill Sportswear Shell from Japan

Durable twill weave fabric from artificial modal filament yarns of different colors, used as outer shells for activewear jackets. HTS 5408.33.90.50 applies to this other woven artificial filament twill fabric. Breathable yet rugged for performance apparel.

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

• Performance claims require substantiation; test for weave type compliance

• Pitfall: industrial end-use may suggest different chapter if not apparel