Yak Fine Hair Carded Plain Weave from Japan
Plain weave fabric from 89% carded yak fine animal hair per chapter note (b), 310 g/m². Classifies under HTS 5111.19.60.60 as lightweight carded fine hair fabric. Suitable for outerwear shells.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Lab analysis required for yak hair 'fine' status vs. coarse
• Ensure moisture content at 12% for accurate weight declaration
• File bonds if potential special use diversion per US note (d)