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Recycled PET Printed Stitch-Bonded Nonwoven-Like Fabric from Japan

Eco-friendly printed fabric from recycled polyester (PET) using stitch-bonding warp knit process, under HTS 6005.39.00.20. Mimics nonwovens for sustainable apparel.

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

• Certify recycled content with GRS documentation for preferential treatment

• Differentiate from true nonwovens via chain stitch microscopy

• Declare environmental claims accurately to avoid penalties