Hand-Woven Silk Chasuble Fabric from Japan
Premium hand-woven silk fabric intended for religious institutions to produce chasubles, the outer liturgical vestment worn by celebrants. The smooth sheen and fine hand-weave provide the traditional appearance required for sacred vestments. Meets HTS 9810.00.20.00 criteria for religious institutional use.
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
• Submit institutional letter confirming silk fabric designated for chasuble production only,Verify hand-loom production through manufacturer certificates,Avoid commingling with commercial fabrics to maintain duty-free eligibility