Printed Twill Weave Polyester Apparel Lining from Japan
A lightweight printed twill weave fabric from 88% polyester staple fibers, designed as lining for jackets and skirts. Classified under HTS 5516.14.00.30 for its twill weave, printed finish, and exceeding 85% artificial staple fiber threshold, fitting the 'other' printed category. It aligns with Chapter 55 woven artificial staple fiber definitions.
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
• Label with exact fiber percentages and weave type for CBP review; include end-use declaration as lining to avoid apparel duties
• Common pitfall: misdeclaring as finished garment, triggering higher quotas