Polyester Batiste Fine Blouse Fabric from Japan
A crisp, lightweight plain weave polyester staple fiber batiste fabric used for blouses and linings, classified under HTS 5515.19.0030 for 'batistes' matching the fine, smooth texture from synthetic staple yarns under 170 g/m². Its delicate weave distinguishes it from heavier shirtings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Lab certification required for yarn number and weave type to prove batiste status vs. generic 'other' woven fabrics
• Document average yarn fineness; numbers above 68 may disqualify from batiste per related chapter definitions