Fine Merino Wool Suiting Fabric from Japan
This lightweight woven fabric, weighing under 200g/m², is made from 100% combed merino wool yarns with an average fiber diameter of 18.5 microns or less. It contains over 85% wool by weight and is ideal for tailoring high-end suits and trousers due to its smooth finish and breathability. Classified under HTS 5112.11.30 for its fine wool yarn composition and low weight.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify fiber diameter certification from supplier to confirm 18.5 microns or less, as required for this subheading
• Provide lab test reports for clean yield and weight per m² to avoid reclassification during customs exam
• Label with exact wool content and country of origin to comply with Textile Fiber Products Identification Act