Alpaca Wool Voile Fabric from Japan
A sheer, lightweight voile woven from 90% combed alpaca fine animal hair, at 150 g/m², used for evening scarves and blouses. Classified under HTS 5112.11.60.60 for fabrics ≥85% combed fine animal hair, ≤200 g/m², 'other' category excluding plain weave. Alpaca's natural luster and softness meet fine hair definition per chapter notes.
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
• Submit lab tests confirming fine animal hair type (alpaca) and clean yield ≥85% as per chapter definitions
• Ensure customs declaration specifies 'combed' process to prevent downgrade to carded hair headings