Combed Wool Gabardine Fabric from Japan
This lightweight woven fabric is made from 100% combed wool yarns with an average fiber diameter of 18.5 microns or less, weighing 240 g/m². It meets HTS 5112.19.60.40 due to its high wool content (over 85%), fine combed wool, and weight under 270 g/m², suitable for tailored suiting. The tight weave provides durability and a smooth finish ideal for high-end garments.
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
• Verify clean yield certification per US notes to confirm wool content meets 85% threshold and avoid reclassification
• Provide mill test reports for fiber diameter (≤18.5 microns) and exact weight per m² to prevent duty disputes
• Label origin and ensure no blends exceed wool percentage, as common pitfalls lead to audits under Chapter 51 rules