Bleached Batiste for Lingerie from Japan
Delicate bleached batiste of 75% cotton / 25% acrylic staple fibers, fine plain weave <170 g/m². Used for high-end lingerie and heirloom sewing. HTS 5513.19.0040 for mixed batistes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Distinguish from voiles by finer yarn count and smoother finish in tech specs
• Include width measurements; statistical notes limit certain printcloths by width
• Import in bolts to maintain fabric classification vs cut pieces