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Bleached Cotton-Merino Wool Dress Lining Fabric from Japan

Smooth sateen weave fabric at 170 g/m², blending 42% merino wool with 58% cotton, fully bleached. Under HTS 5212.12.10.10 for bleached, lightweight, non-combed cotton fabrics containing ≥36% fine animal hair. Commonly used as premium garment linings.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Use boil-off method for accurate weight per Chapter 52 US notes to verify ≤200 g/m²

• Provide government certification if claiming hand-loomed, though not required here

• Avoid bulk packaging without retail intent to prevent set classification issues