Combed Alpaca Serge Fabric from Germany
Durable twill weave fabric from combed alpaca hair, balancing warmth with lighter weight than wool. Used for coats and uniforms. HTS 5112.90.90 for other combed fine animal hair wovens.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish alpaca via fiber diameter testing (typically 25-30 microns vs wool 19-24)
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'wool' blend; pure alpaca is fine animal hair per chapter notes
• Industrial uniform end-use may qualify special duty programs; verify eligibility