Polyester Fleece Throw Blanket from Japan
A soft, warm polyester fleece throw blanket designed for home use, featuring synthetic fibers throughout its construction. It falls under HTS 6301.40.00.20 as a blanket (other than electric) made entirely of synthetic fibers, not specified elsewhere in the subheading. This classification applies to non-electric traveling rugs or blankets of polyester or similar synthetics.
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
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% synthetic fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 6301.40
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'non-electric blanket' to avoid misclassification as electric blankets
• Watch for common pitfalls like importing in retail packaging, which may trigger quota restrictions