Combed Wool Challis Fabric
A soft challis weave fabric from combed 18.0 micron wool yarns, 88% wool, weighing 255 g/m². This lightweight fabric contains over 85% wool and is woven from combed fine wool, qualifying for tariff item 5112.19.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric weighs 340 g/m² or less and contains 85% or more wool or fine animal hair
Tariff item 5112.11.00 covers woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair containing 85% or more by weight, of a weight not exceeding 340 g/m².
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide fiber composition analysis confirming 88% wool content and 18.0 micron fiber diameter
• Ensure the fabric is not printed or dyed in a way that would affect classification under the subheading notes
• Verify the fabric is not considered 'made up' under Section XI Note 7
Related Products under Tariff item 5112.19.00
Alpaca Blend Combed Wool Gabardine Fabric
This is a gabardine-style woven fabric weighing 260 g/m², made from combed fine wool yarns of 18.5 microns or less, with alpaca fine animal hair comprising at least 85% of the fibre content. It is classified under tariff item 5112.19.00 as a woven fabric of combed wool or fine animal hair containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres, and is not covered by any more specific subheading.
Alpaca Blend Combed Wool Upholstery Fabric
This is a heavy woven fabric of combed fine wool (18.5 microns or less) with alpaca hair, containing 85% or more wool and fine animal hair, weighing 310 g/m², designed for furniture upholstery. It is classified under tariff item 5112.19.00 as a woven fabric of combed wool or fine animal hair containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres, and is not covered by any more specific subheading.
Alpaca Blend Wool Poplin
A woven poplin fabric of 87% combed fine animal hair (wool/alpaca mix) with 17.8 micron average diameter yarns, weighing 250 g/m². Alpaca hair qualifies as fine animal hair under Chapter 51 Note 1(b), and the fabric contains 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, placing it in tariff item 5112.19.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair.
Alpaca Fine Wool Weave for Scarves
Lightweight woven textile from combed fine alpaca and merino wool yarns with fiber diameter of 18.5 microns or less, containing over 85% fine animal hair. The fabric is ideal for luxury scarves and shawls, falling under this tariff item as a woven fabric of combed fine animal hair.
Alpaca Wool Blend Upholstery Fabric
Woven upholstery fabric made from 87% combed alpaca fine animal hair, as defined in Chapter 51 Note 1(b). The fabric is designed for furniture upholstery such as ottomans and recliner covers, offering a soft yet durable pile.
Angora Goat Hair Wool Gabardine Fabric
This is a woven gabardine fabric from combed wool yarns of 18.5 microns or less mixed with mohair (Angora goat), with 90% wool and fine animal hair content, weighing 280 g/m². It is classified under tariff item 5112.19.00 as a woven fabric of combed wool or fine animal hair containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres, and is not covered by any more specific subheading.