Wool-Silk Blend Suiting Fabric from Japan
A premium woven fabric made from carded wool blended with over 30% silk by weight, used for high-end suiting. It falls under HTS 5111.90.30.00 due to its carded wool base, silk content exceeding 30%, and value over $33/kg. The luxurious drape and sheen come from the silk integration.
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
• Verify clean yield calculations and provide lab tests confirming >30% silk content and value over $33/kg
• Include certificates of origin for wool and silk to avoid disputes on material sourcing
• Watch for misclassification as apparel fabric; this is strictly woven fabric, not made-up goods