Vicuña Fine Hair Voile from Japan
Sheer 88% combed vicuña (fine animal hair) voile fabric weighing 210 g/m² with silk organza. HTS 5112.19.95.40 applies to lightweight 'other' combed fine hair woven fabrics ≥85%. Used for luxury evening gowns.
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
• Rare fibers like vicuña require CITES documentation if applicable
• Precise g/m² measurement critical; voile often near classification thresholds
• Declare as 'fine animal hair' not 'wool' to match tariff description