Gold Metal Thread Organza for Wedding Veils from Japan
Lightweight, sheer organza fabric woven with fine gold metal threads, perfect for bridal veils and headpieces in apparel. It qualifies for HTS 5809.00.00.00 as a woven fabric of metal thread intended for apparel, aligning with chapter inclusions for such ornamental textiles. The metal adds decorative shimmer without altering the sheer weave.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact width and selvage details to confirm not 'narrow woven fabric' under 5806/5808
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'apparel use' to prevent reclassification as decorative trim
• Test for durability of metal thread to avoid claims of 'imitation' metallic under 5605