Merino Wool Gabardine Fabric from China
Tightly woven gabardine from 100% carded Merino wool, over 85% wool, popular for trousers and uniforms. Falls under HTS 5111.19.60 as other woven carded wool fabrics. Gabardine weave distinguishes it but remains in this general category.
Duty Rate — China → United States
62.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify weave type and end-use in entry docs to prevent confusion with apparel in Chapter 62
• Test for vegetable matter content to support clean yield claims during audits
• Use HTSUS advisory rulings for custom weaves to confirm classification