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Bleached Modal-Merino Broadcloth from Japan

Bleached plain weave broadcloth made from 79% modal staple and 21% merino wool, weighing 152 gsm. This product is classified under tariff item 5516.31.00 because it is a bleached woven fabric of artificial staple fibres mixed mainly with wool.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Confirm the modal is a staple fibre, not a filament, as filament yarns are classified in Chapter 54

• The bleaching process must be documented, as it determines the subheading

• Keep mill certificates or lab test reports ready to support the declared modal and merino percentages