Polyester Tracing Cloth from Japan
Translucent polyester fabric coated with starch for use in technical drafting and pattern tracing. Falls under HTS 5901.90.20.00 as tracing cloth of man-made fibers. The gum coating enhances ink retention and prevents bleeding during technical drawings.
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
• Demonstrate translucency and coating function for tracing to secure proper classification
• Avoid marketing as general polyester; specific tracing use justifies 5901 placement
• Test coating durability; fragile coatings may face scrutiny as unfinished textiles