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Dominican Republic Handmade Linen Scarf from Japan

A lightweight linen scarf handcrafted by Dominican cottage industry artisans using traditional techniques with regional floral motifs. Certified under U.S. note 6(m) for direct import from the Dominican Republic as handmade cottage industry goods from hand-loomed fabrics. Represents authentic Caribbean textile artistry.

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 Dominican Republic artisan certification documenting hand-loomed fabric and handmade assembly

• Maintain chain of custody records proving direct import without intervening countries

• Label properly to distinguish from mass-produced scarves under HTS 6214.10 which attract standard duties