Merino Superwash Sock Yarn from Japan
Superwash treated 100% Merino wool yarn for socks, in 100g retail skeins with self-patterning stripes. Falls under HTS 5109.10.90.00 as other wool yarn ≥85% for retail, despite treatment not affecting fiber classification. Machine-washable for durable footware.
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
• Superwash chemical treatment doesn't change HTS; emphasize base wool fiber in docs
• Include washing instructions on retail labels to support consumer packaging claim
• Prevent misclassification as synthetic by providing pre-treatment wool certs