Polyester Metallic Edge Ribbon for Apparel from Japan
Narrow woven polyester ribbon with metallic lame edging for dresses, hats, and costumes, 2.5 cm wide, selvaged edges. HTS 5806.32.10.95 applies to this man-made fiber 'other ribbon' without embroidery or fringes. Metallic thread integration remains woven, not applique.
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
• Disclose metallic content percentage; if >50% metal thread, consider 5810 embroidery note
• Use HTS advisory samples for metallic variants to confirm 5806 vs
• Chapter 58 metal thread articles
• Package as individual rolls for retail to differentiate from industrial bulk