Argyle Pattern Polyester Blend Sock Fabric from Japan
Woven fabric for socks using polyester-viscose artificial staple fibers with argyle diamonds from multicolored yarns. Classified HTS 5516.93.00 as woven other artificial staple with different color yarns, not cheesecloth due to density. Stretchy for hosiery production.
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
• Test for square construction to avoid sheeting notes; declare as greige fabric if unfinished
• Watch elastic content for potential part classifications