Printed Polyester-Viscose Blend Dress Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is primarily composed of polyester synthetic filaments mixed with viscose artificial filaments, featuring a vibrant printed floral pattern. It falls under HTS 5408.34.90.10 as a printed woven fabric of artificial filament yarn mixed mainly with synthetic filaments. The material is lightweight and suitable for women's dresses.
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 fiber content via lab testing to confirm artificial filaments predominate with synthetic mix, as per chapter notes
• Include detailed weave and print specifications in invoices to avoid misclassification as unprinted fabric
• Ensure printing is on one or both sides; greige goods require dyeing/post-print declarations