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Polyester Tulle Fabric for Veils from Japan

This is a mechanically made tulle net fabric constructed from synthetic polyester fibers, featuring a fine hexagonal mesh structure ideal for bridal veils and costumes. It falls under HTS 5804.21.00.00 as it is a non-woven, non-knitted net fabric of man-made fibers, distinct from knitted fabrics in headings 6002-6006. The open mesh allows light passage while providing lightweight support.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify the fabric is mechanically produced (e.g

• raschel or leavers lace machines) and not hand-knotted to avoid reclassification under other headings

• Provide lab test reports confirming 100% man-made fiber composition, as blends over 50% could shift to different subheadings

• Label rolls with width, composition, and country of origin; common pitfall is misdeclaring as 'woven' leading to audits