Fine Merino Wool Knitting Yarn for Retail from Japan
This is a 100% fine Merino wool yarn with an average fiber diameter of 17.5 microns, wound into 100g skeins and put up for retail sale in craft stores. It falls under HTS 5109.90.80.00 because it is yarn of wool fiber 18.5 microns or less, specifically packaged for retail consumers rather than industrial use. The fine diameter ensures softness ideal for garments and accessories.
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
• Verify average fiber diameter certification from supplier to confirm 18.5 microns or less, as required for this subheading
• Ensure retail packaging (e.g
• labeled skeins under 1kg) with consumer instructions to avoid reclassification to bulk yarn
• Provide clean yield documentation if applicable, per Chapter 51 notes, to prevent disputes on wool content