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

16.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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