Polyester Baby Shirt from Japan
A button-front polyester shirt for babies up to 86 cm tall, with long sleeves and collar, made from woven synthetic fabric. Classified in HTS 6209.30.10.00 as a babies' shirt of synthetic fibers, standalone and not part of ensembles. Heading 6209 takes precedence for such infant apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document weave structure (not knit) to confirm Chapter 62 applicability over Chapter 61
• Include height measurements and photos in entry to prove 'babies' garment' status under 6209
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests sets; declare as individual blouses/shirts to match subheading exclusion