Textile Pattern Swatch Books from Japan
Bound books containing fabric swatches and printed pattern repeats, imported by apparel designers for examination of colorfastness, scale accuracy, and weave quality before fabric production contracts. For reproduction approval only under HTS 9813.00.25.
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
• Document connection to specific garment/style production; swatch books must remain intact for examination; provide mill production confirmation post-approval