Acetate Filament Polyester Dress Lining from Japan
Lightweight woven lining fabric of polyester staple mixed mainly with acetate man-made filaments, plain weave for garments. HTS 5515.12.00 due to synthetic staple base with filament dominance, common in formal dresses. Excludes printcloth specs.
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
• Include commercial invoices specifying lining end-use to prevent apparel misclassification
• Verify no napping if claiming broadcloth to match statistical notes