Hand-Woven Thai Silk-Blend Folklore Shirt from Japan
A traditional Thai men's shirt made from man-made fiber blends hand-woven on certified looms, adorned with folklore motifs symbolizing local heritage. It meets HTS 6205.30.10.00 criteria as a certified hand-loomed folklore product with long sleeves and neckline opening, distinct from mass-produced items. Chapter 62 applies to this non-knitted made-up article.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit folklore certification from Thai cultural authorities to verify hand-looming and qualify for preferential 640 rates
• Document man-made fiber composition precisely to avoid reclassification; include photos of hand-loom process