Handmade Duchesse Lace in Strips from Japan
Luxurious handmade Duchesse lace strips with heavy cordonnet outlines and fine floral motifs, crafted by skilled lacemakers using bobbin techniques. Classified in HTS 5804.30.00.90 as other hand-made lace in strips, not including knotted nets of heading 5608. Commonly used for veil edgings and formal wear.
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
• Test for uniformity; irregular hand-woven patterns distinguish from machine lace during customs exam
• Document thread count and material (e.g
• linen/cotton) to confirm not synthetic machine lace