Panama Assembled Men's Woven Shirt from Japan
Men's long-sleeve button-down shirt assembled in Panama from U.S.-formed cotton broadcloth cut in Panama using U.S.-formed thread, classifiable under HTS 9822.09.61. Per U.S. note 39, duty applies only to the sewing/assembly value, providing substantial tariff savings for chapter 62 apparel made from American fabrics. Perfect for dress shirt importers.
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%
Import Tips
• Document U.S. fabric cutting instructions sent to Panama; separate invoicing for materials vs. assembly; comply with chapter 62 rules; retain sewing machine logs