Spandex-Blended Satin Ribbon for Hair Accessories from Japan
Elastic satin narrow woven ribbon blending polyester with <5% spandex man-made fibers, 20 mm wide for headbands and bows. HTS 5806.32.10.95 for non-elasticomeric dominant ribbons, woven with selvages. Elasticity from minor blend keeps it in 'other' category.
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
• Quantify elastomeric yarn <5% weight to avoid 5807; provide blend breakdown
• Test for weave integrity; adhesive-assembled shift to bolduc subheading
• Retail vs. component declaration affects valuation