Combed Alpaca-Silk Scarf Fabric from Japan
Woven fabric blending combed fine alpaca hair (fine animal hair per chapter notes) with over 30% silk, valued above $33/kg for luxury scarves. HTS 5112.90.30.00 applies to its combed fine hair base and silk blend criteria. The soft, lightweight weave suits high-fashion accessories.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document fine animal hair type (e.g
• alpaca) with supplier certifications matching chapter note (b) definitions
• Calculate clean yield precisely for hair content per US note (b) to support duty assessments
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; provide market comparables for luxury pricing justification