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Alpaca Carded Fine Hair Poplin

A fine woven poplin fabric primarily from alpaca hair (fine animal hair), carded and exceeding 85% by weight, at 280 g/m². Classified under HTS 5111.11.70.30 for its carded fine hair dominance in lightweight weaves. Used in high-end suiting and dresses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China25%+37.5%62.5%
🇲🇽Mexico25%+10.0%35%
🇨🇦Canada25%+10.0%35%
🇩🇪Germany25%—25%
🇯🇵Japan25%—25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5111.11.20.00Lower: 44.5% vs 62.5%

If containing <85% wool or fine animal hair

Mixed fabrics with other fibers drop to lower percentage subheading in 5111.11.

6217.10Lower: 27.1% vs 62.5%

If imported as made-up accessories like scarves

Finished apparel accessories from these fabrics classify under Chapter 62 as made-ups.

5112.19.60Same rate: 62.5%

If for combed versions over 300 g/m²

Combed, heavier fine hair fabrics go to 5112.19 for different processing and weight.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare exact fine hair type (e.g

• alpaca) with origin certificates to track quota 410 utilization

• Inspect for vegetable matter; clean yield must align with US note definitions to prevent duty adjustments