Handmade Cotton Battenburg Lace from Japan
Intricate handmade cotton lace assembled from pre-made tape sections joined by needle techniques, creating a geometric Battenburg pattern. Classified under 5804.30.00.20 as hand-made lace of cotton, distinct from woven or knitted fabrics. Ideal for collar edgings and vintage dress embellishments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
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
• Provide photos and production process descriptions to customs proving tape-lace is hand-joined, not machine-woven
• Label accurately as 'handmade cotton lace' to meet country-of-origin rules for artisanal goods
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial netting, which could lead to misclassification