Hand-Loomed Polyester Folklore Skirt from Japan
This traditional hand-loomed skirt made from synthetic polyester fibers features intricate ethnic patterns and embroidery typical of folklore products from regions like India or Eastern Europe. It qualifies for HTS 6204.53.10.00 as a certified hand-loomed folklore product of synthetic fibers, not knitted or crocheted, designed as a women's skirt for retail sale. The certification ensures it meets cultural authenticity standards for tariff purposes.
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
• Obtain official certification of hand-loomed and folklore origin from authorized bodies to avoid reclassification; declare exact synthetic fiber content via lab tests; ensure no machine-loomed elements to prevent duty disputes