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
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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