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Printed Polyester Jersey Knit Fabric from Japan

A lightweight printed jersey fabric made from 100% polyester artificial fibers, knitted in a single jersey construction. It falls under HTS 6006.44.00 as it is an other knitted fabric of artificial fibers that is printed with colorful patterns. Commonly used for t-shirts, dresses, and casual 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

• Verify fiber content is at least 85% artificial fibers like polyester via lab testing to confirm classification

• Provide dyeing and printing process documentation to customs for printed fabric verification

• Avoid misdeclaration as unprinted (6006.43) which has different duty rates; include print samples if requested