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Combed Alpaca Wool Jacquard Fabric

Intricate jacquard patterned fabric from combed alpaca (fine animal hair) and wool, used for upholstery and vests. Falls under HTS 5112.90.90.90 for other complex weave combed fabrics. Alpaca provides natural luster and warmth.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China25%+37.5%62.5%
🇲🇽Mexico25%+10.0%35%
🇨🇦Canada25%+10.0%35%
🇩🇪Germany25%—25%
🇯🇵Japan25%—25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5111.19.60Same rate: 62.5%

If carded rather than combed

Carded wool or fine hair woven fabrics are in 5111, as combing upgrades to Chapter 51 heading 5112.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 62.5%

If over 85% synthetic with wool minor

Synthetic dominant woven fabrics classify in Chapter 54, even with wool admixture.

9405Lower: 18.5% vs 62.5%

If assembled into finished upholstery panels

Sets or made-up textile articles for furniture shift to Chapter 94.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide jacquard pattern diagrams and fiber tests to distinguish from plain weaves

• Ensure 'clean kg' basis for valuation per US note (a) to match duty computations