Cotton Battenburg Lace Motifs from Japan
Pre-cut motifs of mechanically made Battenburg lace from cotton, featuring intricate tape lace patterns joined with needlework. Falls under HTS 5804.29.10.00 for cotton lace in motifs, not knitted or crocheted. Ideal for appliqué on dresses, collars, and home textiles.
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
• Provide invoices specifying 'motifs' vs full pieces to prevent grouping as fabric rolls
• Conduct fiber burn tests for cotton verification
• Avoid pitfalls by declaring exact motif count and dimensions separately