Combed Vicuna Wool Tropical Fabric
Ultra-lightweight, breathable woven fabric from rare combed vicuna hair, prized for bespoke suiting in warm climates. Its exceptional fineness (12-13 microns) provides unparalleled softness. Classified HTS 5112.90.90 as other combed fine animal hair fabrics.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 25% | +35.0% | 60% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 25% | +10.0% | 35% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 25% | +10.0% | 35% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 25% | +10.0% | 35% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 25% | +10.0% | 35% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If carded rather than combed processing
Carded fine animal hair woven fabrics classified in 5111; combing creates longer, smoother fibers for 5112.
If rubberized for tire cord reinforcement
Functional textile treatments for industrial use shift to Chapter 59 coated textiles.
If specifically manufactured for upholstery articles
End-use upholstery fabrics may classify under furniture Chapter 94 if designed exclusively for that purpose.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Source CITES documentation for vicuna (Appendix II species) alongside fiber certificates for customs clearance
• Rare fiber demands third-party assay for species identification to prevent fraudulent coarse hair substitution
• Declare exact clean yield; luxury fibers command premium pricing sensitive to yield-based duty calculations
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