Trinidad Hand-Batik Sarong from Japan
Hand-batiked cotton sarong featuring traditional Trinidad Carnival folklore motifs created through resist-dyeing technique by local artisans. Qualifies as handmade folklore textile under CBTPA HTS 9820.11.30.
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 wax resist application process with photos; Include artisan batik training certification; Test for chemical dyes vs natural materials