Hand-Loomed Ikat Polyester Folklore Blouse from Japan
This certified hand-loomed polyester blouse features intricate ikat weaving techniques from Southeast Asian folklore, depicting traditional geometric patterns and ancestral symbols. It falls under HTS 6206.40.10.00 as a women's woven blouse of man-made fibers, loose-fitting with collar and short sleeves, excluding knitted articles. The hand-loomed authenticity qualifies it for this folklore provision.
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
• Secure folklore product certification from exporting country's trade authority before shipping
• Document hand-looming process with photos and artisan affidavits for CBP verification
• Avoid pitfalls by ensuring no synthetic blends exceeding man-made fiber threshold