Printed Cotton-Wool Blend Scarf Fabric from Japan
This lightweight woven fabric, weighing under 200 g/m², is printed with intricate paisley patterns and contains 40% wool blended with 60% cotton, not combed. It falls under HTS 5212.15.10.10 due to its cotton base with significant wool content, printed finish, and weight specifications as per Chapter 52 notes on woven cotton fabrics. Primarily used for fashion scarves and shawls.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% wool; discrepancies can lead to reclassification
• Provide weave analysis documentation showing it's 'other woven' per US notes, not plain weave
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect weight declaration—measure post-sizing removal as per US note formulas