Polyester Women's Business Ensemble from Japan
This knitted or crocheted ensemble consists of a matching polyester jacket and trousers designed for professional wear, made entirely from synthetic fibers. It qualifies under HTS 6104.23.00 as an 'ensemble' because it includes one upper body garment and one lower body garment of identical fabric construction, style, color, and composition, put up for retail sale. The set meets the chapter definition excluding suits, swimwear, or track suits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify all components match in fabric construction, color, and size per chapter notes to avoid reclassification; provide detailed composition labels showing 100% synthetic fibers; watch for pitfalls like mismatched sizing which could classify as separate garments