Cotton Woven Care Label from Japan
A narrow strip of woven cotton fabric printed with washing instructions and fiber content, cut to size for sewing onto garments. It falls under HTS 5807.90.1500 as a textile label, not embroidered, used for product identification and compliance. These are produced in the piece or strips and supplied to apparel manufacturers.
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
• Verify fiber content matches label claims to avoid misclassification under Chapter 59 coated fabrics
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'woven labels, not embroidered' to prevent duty upgrades