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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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