Printed Polyester Stitch-Bonded Fabric for Apparel from Japan
This warp-knitted, printed polyester stitch-bonded fabric features chain stitches formed from synthetic yarn, classified under 6005.39.00.20 due to its printed surface and stitch-bonded construction excluding headings 6001-6004. It is commonly used for lightweight apparel linings and casual wear.
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 stitch-bonded construction with chain stitches via lab testing to confirm HTS 6005.39.00.20 classification
• Provide dyeing and printing process documentation to avoid misclassification as unprinted fabric
• Ensure fiber content labels specify over 85% polyester to prevent shifts to natural fiber headings