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Hand-Loomed Mexican Huipil Skirt from Japan

A traditional Mexican huipil-style skirt made from certified hand-loomed cotton fabric, featuring intricate embroidered motifs and folklore patterns inspired by indigenous designs. This garment qualifies for HTS 6204.62.70.00 as it is a women's cotton trouser alternative (divided skirt) certified as hand-loomed and folklore product, not knitted or crocheted. It is designed for right-over-left closure typical of women's apparel.

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 from exporting country authorities proving hand-loomed and folklore origin to qualify for this special provision

• Provide detailed documentation on traditional craftsmanship and cultural significance to avoid reclassification to standard cotton trouser codes

• Verify garment construction excludes machine-loomed fabrics or modern elements that could disqualify folklore status