Heavy Merino-Camelhair Woven Suiting Fabric from Japan
A dense suiting fabric exceeding 340 g/m², woven from combed Merino wool yarns (≤18.5 microns) with substantial camel hair content meeting fine animal hair definitions. Classified in 5112.19.60.30 for its high wool/hair blend, weight, and fine yarn specs per chapter notes. Ideal for tailored coats and heavy suiting.
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
• Use accredited labs for fiber diameter measurement; discrepancies often trigger audits under clean yield rules
• Declare exact percentages of wool vs. camel hair; bonds may be required if resembling 'wool for special uses'
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as retail; weigh samples to confirm >340 g/m² threshold