Yak Hair Combed Wool Melton Fabric from Japan
Traditional melton fabric over 340 g/m² from combed fine wool yarns (≤18.5 microns) blended with yak hair as defined fine animal hair in chapter notes. HTS 5112.19.60.30 classification reflects its density, containing fine hair, and qualifying wool content. Suited for military uniforms and heavy coats.
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
• Screen against 'wool for special uses' criteria; may require usage bonds per US notes if resembling felt-grade
• Provide extraction test results for alcohol-soluble materials per clean yield definition
• Declare weave density; fulled meltons risk reclass if processed beyond woven state