Polyester Pleated Midi Skirt from Japan
A knee-length pleated skirt made primarily from artificial polyester fibers, designed as a standalone women's garment for retail sale. It falls under HTS 6204.29.2015 as a skirt of artificial fibers, not part of an ensemble or suit, excluding knitted articles per Chapter 62 notes. The fabric is woven, ensuring classification in this non-knitted category.
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 exceeds 70% artificial fibers via lab tests for accurate classification; ensure country-of-origin labeling complies with FTC rules
• Avoid misdeclaring as part of an ensemble to prevent duty reassessment
• Provide detailed invoices specifying skirt-only shipment