Printed Polyester Voile Fabric from Japan
A lightweight, sheer woven fabric made from artificial filament yarns like viscose or rayon, featuring printed floral patterns. It falls under HTS 5408.34.90 as a printed woven fabric of artificial filaments, not specified as poplin, broadcloth, or other named types. Commonly used for summer dresses and scarves.
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 filament composition via lab tests to confirm artificial yarn content over 85% for Chapter 54 classification
• Provide dyeing and printing process documentation to prove 'printed' status and avoid misclassification as unprinted (5408.33)
• Include weight per square meter specs (<170 g/m² typical for voile) to distinguish from heavier fabrics