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Dyed Polyester Chiffon Fabric from Japan

Lightweight, semi-transparent chiffon woven from 93% artificial staple polyester fibers, piece-dyed for apparel uses like blouses and linings. Falls under HTS 5516.12.00.90 as other dyed fabrics containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers, not meeting sheeting or printcloth specs. Popular in fashion garments.

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

Test for exact staple fiber length and crimp to affirm Chapter 55 over filament

Provide commercial invoices specifying 'piece-dyed' to distinguish from yarn-dyed

Dyed Polyester Chiffon Fabric from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5516.12.00.90