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%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
• 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