Bleached Polyester-Cotton Voile Fabric from Japan
Sheer, lightweight voile woven fabric of 70% cotton and 30% polyester staple, under 170 g/m², unbleached or bleached. Known for its soft drape in blouses and scarves. Classifies under HTS 5513.19.0040 as voiles mixed mainly with cotton.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm voile characteristics (lightweight, sheer plain weave) via fabric samples during customs review
• Label fiber content accurately; mixtures must show synthetics <85% with cotton main
• Prevent reclassification to apparel fabrics by importing as greige (unbleached/bleached only)