Cotton Trimming Ribbon from Japan
Decorative narrow woven cotton ribbon, 2 cm wide with selvages, used for apparel trimming and upholstery. HTS 5806.31.00.00 covers this as other cotton narrow woven 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
• Distinguish from embroidery ribbon (5810) by lack of sequins/beads
• Bulk packing preferred over retail spools to avoid 'set' classification
• Colorfastness tests help prove not coated, keeping in Chapter 58