DR Men's Cotton Trousers with Haitian Appliqué from Japan
Men's straight-leg cotton trousers sewn in Dominican Republic featuring Haitian appliqué panels with traditional regional designs along pocket edges. Uses US-formed denim fabric cut in DR, qualifying as note 6(e) apparel under 9820.61.30 imported directly during applicable periods within limits. Appliqué represents certified Haitian cottage industry handicraft.
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 chain of custody for Haitian appliqué components imported to DR
• Maintain records showing compliance with annual quantitative limits
• Use certified weavers' declarations for handicraft authenticity