9822.05.25/Traditional Molas Applique Panels/Japan

Traditional Molas Applique Panels from Japan

Panamanian Guna mola featuring reverse appliqué technique with multiple layers of cotton fabric hand-cut and sewn. Depicts traditional geometric and animal motifs central to Guna cultural identity. Certified as traditional folklore handicraft under U.S. note 26 CAFTA-DR provisions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Require Guna artisan certification verifying traditional reverse appliqué technique,Document cultural significance and production process for CBP examination,Distinguish authentic hand-sewn molas from machine-embroidered copies