Lyocell Cut Pile Apparel Fabric from Japan
Sustainable lyocell (regenerated cellulose) cut warp pile fabric for shirts and dresses, breathable with silky pile. HTS 5801.37.50 for man-made cut warp pile, as lyocell is artificial filament. Botanical origin but chemically man-made.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Lab-verify lyocell vs. cotton; declare as regenerated for accuracy
• Pitfall: eco-claims triggering extra scrutiny