Haitian Knitted Cotton T-Shirt from Japan
Men's short-sleeve knitted cotton t-shirt fully assembled in Haiti from fabric or yarn meeting U.S. note 6(j) specifications for preferential treatment. This apparel falls under HTS 9820.61.35 as a chapter 61 knitted garment imported directly from Haiti within the annual quantitative limits. Provides duty-free entry subject to production limits outlined in subchapter XXII U.S. notes.
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
• Obtain production verification certificate from authorized Haitian manufacturer confirming compliance with U.S. note 6(j) requirements
• Monitor annual quantitative limits published by USTR to ensure entry falls within permitted period
• Maintain records proving direct shipment from Haiti and assembly by approved facilities