Combed Merino Wool Nylon Filament Dress Fabric from Japan
A lightweight woven fabric of combed merino wool blended mainly with nylon filaments, falling under HTS 5112.20.30.00 for other woven combed wool fabrics mixed with man-made filaments. Fine animal hair like merino qualifies per chapter note (b), ideal for women's dresses.
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
• Certify merino as fine animal hair with lab tests compliant with chapter definitions
• Declare exact filament vs. staple ratio; misdeclaration risks penalties under 5112.20