Flax Bias Binding Tape from Japan
Bias-cut and folded flax (linen) narrow fabric, unfolded width 25 cm, for garment binding. Though bias, it qualifies under HTS 5806.39.20.00 as narrow woven vegetable fiber fabric per chapter note (c). Used in tailoring for clean edges.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'unfolded width' in docs for bias types to meet note (c) criteria
• Avoid starching that could be seen as coating, risking Chapter 59
• Test flax purity; cotton blends go to 5806.31