Combed Kashmir Goat Cashmere Fiber from Japan
Premium combed cashmere fiber sourced from Kashmir goats, processed to remove impurities and align fibers for spinning into high-end yarns. Classified under HTS 5105.31.00.00 as fine animal hair of Kashmir (cashmere) goats that has been combed, meeting the chapter definition of fine animal hair from specific goats. It is in a clean, ready-to-spin condition with typical clean yield standards.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates verifying origin from Kashmir goats and clean yield calculations per US notes; declare exact clean yield to compute duties accurately
• Bond may be required if repurposed beyond apparel; test for adulteration to prevent reclassification as common goat hair