Colombian Emberá Handmade Beaded Fabric Panel from Japan
Hand-loomed cotton fabric panel by Emberá indigenous women featuring traditional beaded appliqué with symbolic animal and nature motifs. Certified as cottage industry product under HTS 9822.08.35 Colombia-US agreement. Used for wall hangings, ceremonial garments, and cultural displays.
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
• Document beadwork application occurs on certified hand-loomed base fabric (not factory fabric)
• Include cultural significance statement from Emberá community elders for classification support
• Separate artisan-made beads from imported commercial beads to maintain cottage industry status