Polyester Piping Cord Trim from Japan
A continuous strip of woven polyester braid used as piping for upholstery and garment edges, sold in the piece without embroidery. It falls under HTS 5808.10.90.00 as ornamental trim in the piece, not knitted or crocheted, and not fitting narrower woven fabric definitions. Primarily used for decorative reinforcement on seams.
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
• Verify width exceeds 30 cm unfolded to avoid reclassification as narrow woven fabrics; provide weave structure documentation; ensure no embroidery to prevent shifting to heading 5810