Modal-Lycra Checkered Blouse Material from Japan
This checkered fabric mixes modal artificial staple fibers with Lycra (elastomeric) filaments, using yarns of different colors for the pattern. Classified in HTS 5516.23.00 for blends under 85% staples with man-made filaments. Perfect for stretchy blouses and tops.
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
• Document elastomeric filament content separately as it qualifies as man-made filament
• Label for stretch properties but classify based on fiber weight, not function