Combed Alpaca-Silk Scarf Fabric from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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