Dyed Acetate Batiste Fabric from Japan
Fine, lightweight plain weave batiste from acetate staple fibers, dyed for dress shirts and linings, under 170 g/m². Classified in HTS 5516.92.00.40 as batiste within dyed artificial staple fiber woven fabrics (226). Meets delicate, crisp texture criteria.
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 average yarn number and low g/m² to distinguish batiste from heavier broadcloths per note (a)
• Ensure customs declaration specifies 'batiste' with lab tests for acetate staple fiber confirmation
• Watch for blending over 50% other fibers, potentially shifting to mixed fabric headings