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Hand-Woven Cotton Altar Cloth Fabric from Japan

This hand-woven 100% cotton fabric is specifically designed for religious institutions to create altar cloths used in liturgical services. The plain weave construction and natural finish make it ideal for vestments requiring durability and a traditional appearance. Classified under HTS 9810.00.20.00 as hand-woven fabric for making religious vestments by religious institutions.

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

• Provide certification from the religious institution specifying intended use for vestment production,Include documentation proving hand-woven construction and institutional religious purpose,Maintain records showing fabrics used exclusively for religious vestments, not commercial resale