Alpaca Wool Tapestry Fabric with Nylon Filaments

A premium tapestry fabric woven from carded fine alpaca hair primarily mixed with nylon man-made filaments, exceeding 300 g/m², used for decorative wall hangings and upholstery. Classified under HTS 5111.20.0500 for its carded fine animal hair content, filament blend, and heavy weight suited to tapestry/upholstery uses. The natural luster of alpaca enhances its ornamental appeal.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

Alternative Classifications

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

5111.11Lower: 35% vs 42%

If mixed with man-made staple fibers, not filaments

Heading 5111.11 applies to staple fiber mixes, differing from filament blends in 5111.20.

5702Lower: 12.7% vs 42%

If constructed as a carpet or floor covering

Kelem, Schumacks or similar hand-hooked wool carpets use different Chapter 57 classification.

6210.10.50Lower: 17.5% vs 42%

If made up into upholstery garments or sets

Finished apparel or made-up articles shift to Chapter 62 from Chapter 51 fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm fine animal hair type (alpaca) via supplier affidavits matching chapter definitions

Test and certify weight per square meter to meet the 300 g/m² threshold

Avoid common pitfalls by declaring exact filament percentage to prevent duty adjustments

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