Silk Necktie Facing Tape from Japan
Narrow woven tape of 85%+ silk for necktie inner facing, under 30 cm wide with gummed selvages. Fits HTS 5806.39.3010 per definition of narrow fabrics including gummed edges. Essential for high-end menswear construction.
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
• Gummed selvages allowed per chapter note; document adhesive type
• Test for silk purity to avoid duty hikes
• Ship in continuous lengths, not cut pieces