Bleached Polyester Batiste Cloth from Japan
Fine, lightweight bleached plain weave fabric of ≥85% polyester staple fibers, categorized as batiste in HTS 5512.11.0040 for its delicate, smooth finish exceeding cheesecloth density specs. Popular for blouses, lingerie, and heirloom sewing projects.
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
• Lab test for yarn number and construction to prove batiste vs sheeting per chapter notes
• Document ≥85% polyester content; blends risk moving to 55.13 mixed fabric headings