Merino Wool and Vicuna Woven Suiting Fabric from Japan
A premium woven suiting fabric from combed merino wool (18.5 microns or less) blended with vicuna fine hair, over 85% total wool content, precisely 300 g/m². Classified in 5112.19.60.20 for its fine combed wool base, animal hair inclusion, and heavy weight suitable for tailored suits. Ideal for high-end menswear.
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
• Require mill test reports for fiber diameter and hair content to comply with chapter definitions
• Label as 'fine animal hair' if vicuna exceeds certain thresholds per US notes