Alpaca Wool Tapestry Fabric with Nylon Filaments from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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