Bleached Lightweight Cotton-Merino Wool Suiting

A fine woven suiting material at 170 g/m², composed of 62% cotton and 38% merino wool, bleached to a crisp finish. Classified in HTS 5212.12.10 due to its cotton base, low weight, bleached state, and high wool content. Ideal for tailored jackets and vests.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China16.5%+35.0%51.5%
🇲🇽Mexico16.5%+10.0%26.5%
🇨🇦Canada16.5%+10.0%26.5%
🇩🇪Germany16.5%+10.0%26.5%
🇯🇵Japan16.5%+10.0%26.5%

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Alternative Classifications

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

5212.22.10Same rate: 51.5%

If weighing over 200 g/m²

Heavier variants (>200 g/m²) move to 5212.22 for bleached cotton-wool blends.

6006.22Lower: 20% vs 51.5%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted cotton-wool blends with ≥36% wool classify under Chapter 60.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 51.5%

If imported as made-up garments

Finished items like scarves from this fabric shift to Chapter 62 apparel headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include supplier certifications for merino wool origin and exact blend ratios to meet HTS fiber requirements

Measure fabric weight post-scouring to ensure under 200 g/m², as sizing affects declared values

Label as 'bleached' only if optically brightened; otherwise, it may classify as unbleached

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This lightweight woven fabric, weighing 180 g/m², is made from 65% cotton and 35% wool, bleached for a clean white finish. It falls under HTS 5212.12.10 as an other woven cotton fabric under 200 g/m², bleached, and containing 36% or more wool by weight. Primarily used for dress shirts and blouses.

Bleached Cotton-Cashmere Blend Voile Fabric

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Bleached Cotton-Alpaca Hair Dress Lining

Smooth lining fabric at 190 g/m² from 64% cotton and 36% alpaca hair, bleached white. Fits HTS 5212.12.10 as lightweight, bleached, woven cotton with ≥36% fine animal hair. Common in formal dresses and coats.

Bleached 38% Wool Cotton Chiffon Blouse Material

Delicate chiffon weave at 150 g/m², 62% cotton and 38% wool, bleached sheer. HTS 5212.12.10 covers this other woven, lightweight, bleached cotton fabric with high wool content. Perfect for evening blouses.

Bleached Cotton-Mohair Blend Scarf Fabric

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Bleached Fine Cotton-Wool Gabardine

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