Pure Silk Terry Bath Mat Fabric from Japan
Woven terry fabric from 100% silk waste, looped for bath mats in boutique hotels, over 85% silk content. HTS 5802.20.0010 covers this as similar woven terry, distinct from narrow or embroidered per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'uncut loops' in invoices to affirm terry status
• Test for elasticity to rule out knits
• Pitfall: excess nylon mix drops below 85% silk threshold