Garment-Dyed Flannel Shirt from Japan
Plaid cotton flannel shirt garment-dyed after assembly from U.S.-cut fabric in Botswana. Garment dyeing creates authentic color variation qualifying for 9819.11.03 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
• Garment dye lot matching records link U.S. fabric to finished shirts
• Color fastness and wash tests verify garment dyeing effectiveness
• Flannel nap retention after dyeing must be documented