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Woven Polyester Care Labels from Japan

Satin-like woven polyester strips cut to size for washing instruction labels on garments. Classified in HTS 5807.10.20.90 as non-embroidered woven badges or similar textile articles in strips. Designed for durability in laundry cycles.

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

• Include country-of-origin marking on labels if required for the final garment product

• Avoid common error of classifying as knits; confirm plain weave structure

• Bundle shipments by fiber type (e.g

• polyester only) for easier HTS verification