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Yak Fine Hair Vest Fabric from Japan

Woven 165g/m² fabric of 86% combed yak fine hair yarns ≤18.5 microns, ideal for insulated vests and light outerwear. Balances warmth and lightness. Classed HTS 5112.11.30 per fine hair purity and low weight.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Validate yak hair as 'fine animal hair' via fiber analysis reports

• Avoid 'special uses wool' misentry—apparel fabrics don't qualify for lower duties

• Package for retail to prevent bulk industrial reclassification