Degreased Vicuna Wool from Japan
Premium vicuna fiber degreased to remove lanolin and dirt, remaining uncombed and uncarded under HTS 5102.19.6060 for other fine animal hair. As the finest natural fiber, it's valued for ultra-luxury apparel. Fits 'not processed beyond degreased' criteria.
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
• Use third-party lab for clean yield verification (12% moisture, ash ≤0.5%) to support duty calculations
• Label shipments clearly as 'degreased fine hair only' to prevent processing level disputes
• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking carded fiber, which triggers inspection