Woven Cotton Baby Shawl from Japan
A soft woven cotton shawl for wrapping babies under 86 cm, rectangular with fringe edges for comfort. Classified HTS 6209.20.50 as other cotton babies' accessories; exceeds handkerchief size limits and not square scarf per notes. Made-up textile 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
• Confirm dimensions >60cm sides to avoid 6213 handkerchief classification
• Market as baby-specific; general shawls go to 6214 scarves
• Test for shrinkage compliance; cotton items need pre-shrunk labels for US entry