Polyester Satin Weave Fabric from Japan
Satin weave polyester fabric with 85%+ staple fibers, used for evening wear and linings, not plain weave thus 'other' under HTS 5512.19.00. Provides lustrous sheen and smooth handfeel from staple fiber construction. Differentiated from twill or plain by weave pattern.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
23.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include weave structure analysis report; satin not plain weave fits 'other'
• Fiber content labs essential for 85% threshold
• Avoid bulk packaging claims shifting to different chapters