Polyester Mechanically Made Lace Trim from Japan
This is a mechanically woven lace fabric made from synthetic polyester fibers, used primarily for trimming dresses, blouses, and lingerie. It falls under HTS 5804.29.90 as it is mechanically made lace of man-made fibers other than nylon, sold in strips or motifs for apparel decoration. The openwork pattern distinguishes it from plain woven or knitted fabrics.
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
• Verify the lace is mechanically produced (not hand-crocheted) and provide manufacturing process documentation to avoid reclassification to Chapter 60
• Label fiber content accurately as polyester or other synthetics; blends over 50% may shift to specific subheadings