Fine Wool-Silk Gabardine Fabric from Japan
Gabardine weave from carded wool with 34% silk waste, for trousers and skirts, over $40/kg value. Classified HTS 5111.90.30.00 for woven carded wool or fine hair with substantial silk. Crisp texture suits structured clothing.
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
• Use third-party lab for silk percentage verification to prevent audits
• File bonds if any portion qualifies as 'wool for special uses' per US note
• Declare as fabric only; cut pieces risk apparel classification