Stretch Printed Polyester Interlock for Leggings from Japan
Spandex-blend polyester interlock with printed designs for yoga leggings, but pure polyester base qualifies under HTS 6006.34.0040 for double knit printed synthetics (polyester 222). Note: minimal spandex keeps it polyester-dominant.
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
• Fiber content label must show >=95% polyester for (222) suffix; blends risk reclass to other synthetics
• Test for interlock via microscopy if challenged, as construction defines the subheading
• Declare as greige if printed abroad post-import to optimize duties