Combed Cashmere Blend Dress Fabric from Japan
Luxurious woven fabric made from 90% combed cashmere (fine animal hair) and 10% silk, used for high-end dresses and blouses. Classified under HTS 5112.19.95 for combed fine animal hair fabrics exceeding 85% content, other than those with special finishes. Cashmere's fine hair meets chapter definition for premium apparel textiles.
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
• Include veterinary certificates for cashmere origin and lab tests confirming 85%+ fine animal hair content
• Label clearly distinguishing fine animal hair from coarse to prevent misclassification under different chapters
• Watch for undervaluation claims on luxury cashmere; provide comparable sales data