Polyester Voile Fabric Unbleached from Japan
Lightweight, semi-transparent unbleached plain weave fabric from 85%+ polyester staple fibers, classified as voile under HTS 5512.11.0040 due to its fine, sheer construction not meeting cheesecloth thread limits. Used for curtains, mosquito netting, and lightweight apparel linings.
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
• Distinguish voile by its sheer openness vs cheesecloth density; provide weave diagrams if challenged
• Confirm staple fiber (not filament) construction—filament polyester goes to Chapter 54