Garment Style Sample Set from Japan
A set of prototype garments (e.g., shirts, dresses) in multiple sizes and colors for buyer fittings and style approval. These samples under HTS 9813.00.20 are used exclusively by sales teams to secure production orders, not for retail sale.
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
• Mark entries clearly as 'order-taking samples - not for sale'
• Include size/color matrices and planned order projections
• Avoid common pitfalls by not distributing to end consumers