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Combed Cashmere Blend Suiting Fabric

Luxury suiting fabric blending combed cashmere (fine animal hair) with wool, featuring a balanced weave. It qualifies for HTS 5112.90.90.90 as other woven combed fine animal hair or wool fabrics. The cashmere component adds exceptional softness for high-end tailoring.

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.

5112.19Lower: 37.5% vs 62.5%

If predominantly coarse animal hair

Coarse hair (e.g., common goat) per chapter note (c) shifts to 5112.19, distinct from fine hair like cashmere.

6203.42Lower: 29.1% vs 62.5%

If imported as made-up suits rather than fabric

Finished garments of wool/fine hair are classified by apparel type in Chapter 62, not greige fabrics.

5112.20.30Same rate: 62.5%

If mixed with man-made fibers over specified limits

Combed wool/fine hair with MMF in defined proportions goes to 5112.2x headings.

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

• Certify cashmere as fine animal hair per chapter note (b); source verification prevents disputes

• Declare precise blend ratios; over 15% non-wool requires mixed fabric scrutiny