Geometric Printed Acetate Printcloth from Japan
Geometric pattern printed acetate staple fiber printcloth: <170 g/m² plain weave, square construction, >33 singles/cm², 43-68 yarn per note (c). Classified 5516.94.0030 as printed other printcloth artificial staple woven. Used in modern apparel and upholstery trims.
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
• Specify width (<168 cm for some printcloth types) to align with note (c)(ii)
• Prevent pitfalls by certifying no napping if not declared, though allowed
• Use GSP or trade program docs if eligible for duty-free artificial fabric entry