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Polyester Handmade Bridal Lace Motif from Japan

Individual floral motifs of handmade lace from man-made polyester fibers, crafted by hand for wedding gown applications. Falls under 5804.30.00.20 as hand-made lace in motifs of man-made fibers, excluding woven/knitted types. These delicate pieces allow custom placement on veils and dresses.

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

• Submit lab tests confirming man-made fiber content (e.g

• polyester) to differentiate from cotton or natural fibers

• Declare as 'handmade motifs' with artisan provenance to prevent duties under machine-made categories