Haitian Hand-Embroidered Linen Dress from Japan
A women's linen dress featuring traditional Haitian hand embroidery along the neckline and hem, assembled in Haiti from U.S.-formed fabric. This qualifies under HTS 9820.62.30 per U.S. note 6(p) as an apparel article made from designated fabrics not commercially available, imported directly from Haiti. The embroidery incorporates historical Haitian motifs of native birds and geometric patterns.
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
• Verify U.S. note 6(p) eligibility with CITA designation for the linen fabric used,Provide production records proving assembly in Haiti and direct importation,Avoid common pitfall of indirect shipping routes that disqualify 'imported directly'