Acrylic Sweater Hem Bands from Japan
Knitted acrylic ribbed hem bands for bottom edges of man-made fiber sweaters, featuring stretch properties for fitted waistlines. These qualify under HTS 6117.90.90.10 as parts of sweaters composed of man-made fibers. Commonly imported for aftermarket sweater customization and repairs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct stitch density tests (min 10/cm per Chapter 61 notes) to confirm knitted construction during customs review
• Declare as 'replacement hem components for MMF sweaters' with size charts linking to sweater models
• Watch for quotas on (646) category; file correct visa documents for man-made fiber apparel parts