HS Code 5514.30 : Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², Of yarns of different colors
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
Tariff data verified: July 2026
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The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², of yarns of different colors is 5514.30. Under the 2026 Japan (Japan Customs / 税関), the representative MFN general duty rate is 8.2% [Japan Customs Tariff Schedule 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 55
Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m²
Heading 5514
Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m²
Subheading .30
.30
Of yarns of different colors
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
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9-DIGIT JAPAN TARIFF CODE
5514.30.000
Japan Customs Schedule (実行関税率表)
Customs Authority
Japan Customs (税関)
NACCS Electronic Clearance
Advance Ruling System
Advance Ruling (事前教示)
Valid 3 years across Japan
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Japanese Trade Remedies (MOF Anti-Dumping / CVD) & Safeguards
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
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MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², Of yarns of different colors
MODULE 11: Japan Customs Advance Ruling (事前教示制度)
Legally binding tariff classification rulings issued by Japan Customs (税関), valid for 3 years for HS 5514.30.
Query the official Japan Customs Advance Ruling database:
Search Japan Customs Advance Rulings Portal for 5514.30 →Japan Customs 9-Digit Tariff Schedule Lines (5514.30)
| Commodity Code | Description | Duty Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Containing more than 10% by weight of silk | 8.2% | — | |
| - Containing more than 50% by weight of synthetic fibres or synthetic fibres and acetate fibres taken together, or having either the warp or the weft of such fibres | 8.2% | — | |
| - Other | 8.2% | — | |
| (1)Of polyester staple fibres | 8.2% | — | |
| A Containing more than 50% by weight of synthetic fibres or synthetic fibres and acetate fibres taken together, or having either the warp or the weft of such fibres, excluding those containing more than 50% by weight of "the Specified Synthetic Fibres" or of "the Specified Synthetic Fibres" and acetate fibres taken together, or having either the warp or the weft of such fibres | 8.2% | — | |
| B Other | 8.2% | — |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 5514.11 | Subheading under Heading 5514 | HS 5514.11 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 5514.12 | Subheading under Heading 5514 | HS 5514.12 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 5514.19 | Subheading under Heading 5514 | HS 5514.19 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 5514.21 | Subheading under Heading 5514 | HS 5514.21 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
Japan Customs Tariff Schedule (税関 2026) ↗
Official Japanese 9-digit tariff schedule and Japan Customs general duty rates.
Japan Customs Advance Ruling System (事前教示制度) ↗
Japan Customs advance tariff classification rulings database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Japan (Japan Customs / 税関) general duty for Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², Of yarns of different colors?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Japan (Japan Customs / 税関), Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², Of yarns of different colors is classified under HS 5514.30 (Heading 5514, Chapter 55). The representative JP MFN general duty rate is 8.2%.
How is HS 5514.30 distinguished within Heading 5514 (Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m²)?
Heading 5514 covers Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m². Subheading 5514.30 specifically isolates Of yarns of different colors. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 5514.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 5514.30?
Related subheadings under Heading 5514 include 5514.11, 5514.12, 5514.19, 5514.21, 5514.22, 5514.23, 5514.29, 5514.41. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², Of yarns of different colors into Japan?
Importers require a Japan Customs Import Declaration (輸入申告書) lodged via NACCS by a licensed Customs Broker (通関士), Corporate Number, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading.
Can goods under HS 5514.30 enter duty-free under CPTPP or RCEP into Japan?
Yes. Goods originating in CPTPP member states, RCEP nations, EU Member States (Japan-EU EPA), or the United States (Japan-US Trade Agreement) satisfying origin rules enter Japan under preferential rates.
What is the Japanese customs duty and tax de minimis threshold for Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m², Of yarns of different colors?
Under Article 14-18 of the Customs Tariff Law, imported goods with a total CIF value of ¥10,000 JPY or less enter Japan duty-free and tax-free (excluding specified leather/textile items).
How can an importer obtain a Japan Customs Advance Ruling (事前教示) for HS 5514.30?
Importers or customs brokers may submit a written request for an Advance Ruling on Tariff Classification (事前教示制度) to Japan Customs (税関) for legally binding classification valid for 3 years.
What Consumption Tax (消費税) applies to imports of HS 5514.30 into Japan?
Japan levies Consumption Tax at 10.00% standard (8.00% reduced for food and beverages) on the CIF value plus customs duty. There is no US-style federal VAT/GST distinction.
Are there Merchandise Processing or Harbor Maintenance fees in Japan?
No. Japan does not charge US-style MPF or HMF. Importers pay the applied customs duty plus 10% Consumption Tax; declarations are lodged via NACCS.
What is the importer identification and customs broker requirement in Japan?
Commercial importers require a Corporate Number (法人番号) and typically clear through a licensed Customs Broker (通関士) via the NACCS electronic system.
What prohibited or restricted goods controls apply to HS 5514.30 in Japan?
Certain commodities require METI import approval, or MHLW/MAFF quarantine clearance, prior to Japan Customs release. Some leather and textile items carry tariff-rate quotas.
What Japanese trade remedy (anti-dumping / countervailing) measures apply to HS 5514.30?
Importers must verify whether anti-dumping or countervailing duties administered by the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and METI apply to their specific country of origin.
Are there entry processing fees or harbor taxes in Japan?
No. Japan does not charge additional entry processing fees or harbor taxes beyond applied customs duty and 10% Consumption Tax.
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