Returned American Fashion Designer Sample Garments from Japan
Calvin Klein sample garments manufactured in Los Angeles, exported for Paris Fashion Week presentation and returned unchanged for US production. Falls under 9801.00.10.10 for fashion show temporary use.
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
• Designers provide show invitations and front-row documentation
• Garments must be marked 'Sample - Not for Sale' consistently
• Fashion industry uses established sample return procedures