Heavy Wool Tweed Fabric from Japan
A dense woven fabric made from 100% carded wool, weighing over 400 g/m², used primarily for durable outerwear like jackets and coats. It falls under HTS 5111.19.60.80 due to its high wool content (over 85%) and weight exceeding 400 g/m², distinguishing it from lighter wool fabrics. The carded wool provides a textured, rugged surface ideal for harsh weather apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify clean yield documentation as per US notes to confirm wool content meets 85% threshold and weight >400 g/m²
• Obtain certificates of origin for wool fiber to avoid misclassification and ensure compliance with chapter definitions
• Label fiber content accurately; common pitfall is under-declaring weight leading to reclassification to lighter subheadings