Flax Blend Cotton Suit Jacket from Japan
A tailored men's suit jacket made from cotton fabric containing 36% or more flax fibers by weight, featuring a notched lapel, single-breasted front, and lined interior. It qualifies for HTS 6203.32.10.00 as a suit-type jacket of cotton with significant flax content, excluding knitted articles per Chapter 62 notes. The flax enhances breathability and linen-like texture while meeting the fiber threshold.
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 via lab testing to confirm 36%+ flax, as misdeclaration can lead to penalties under HTS rules
• Include detailed invoices specifying flax percentage and garment construction to avoid reclassification during customs exam
• Ensure labeling complies with FTC textile rules for fiber content and country of origin