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Alpaca Wool Coating Fabric from Germany

Lightweight 95% combed alpaca wool (fine animal hair) with 5% nylon, 245 g/m² for outerwear linings. Fits HTS 5112.19.95.40 as 'other' high-content combed fine hair woven fabric under weight limit. Known for warmth and hypoallergenic properties.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document alpaca as 'fine animal hair' explicitly, referencing Chapter 51 note (b)

• Include construction details (warp/weft yarns) for woven verification

• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply industrial use, triggering different treatment