Alpaca Carded Hair Tapestry Fabric from China
Tapestry fabric woven from carded alpaca fine hair mixed with viscose filaments, not exceeding 140 g/m², for scenic wall art. As fine animal hair per chapter note (b), it qualifies under HTS 5111.20.10.00 for mixed lightweight tapestry/upholstery. Luxurious softness defines its premium appeal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.5%
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
• Differentiate fine alpaca hair from coarse via veterinary/animal origin certificates
• Measure areal weight precisely; minor variances trigger 5112
• Ensure no brush-making hair contamination per chapter exclusions