Assembled Women's Blouse from U.S. Voile from Japan
Sheer women's blouse with pintuck details assembled abroad from U.S.-exported cut voile fabric panels and lace trim. U.S. components maintained physical identity through assembly, qualifying for 9802.00.80.44 duty-free treatment.
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
• Document exact U.S. fabric content percentage for accurate duty calculation
• Maintain assembly line diagrams showing component flow preservation
• File protests quickly if CBP questions U.S. component qualification