Handmade Silk Duchess Lace from Japan
Opulent handcrafted Duchess lace with heavy silk cordonnet and floral hex motifs on silk net, 92% silk. Under HTS 5804.30.00.10 as premium hand-made lace with high silk content. Used in royal wedding gowns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Obtain artisan guild certifications for authenticity in high-value shipments
• Insure against fragility; declare as delicate to qualify for careful handling
• Avoid metal thread additions that could invoke Chapter 58 embroidery notes