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% combed cotton. It falls under HTS 5212.15.10.20 due to its printed finish, high wool content, and combed cotton base in the 'other woven fabrics of cotton' category. 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 wool content via lab testing as required for blends over 36%; discrepancies can lead to reclassification
• Include mill certificates confirming combed cotton processing and printed finish to avoid delays at customs
• Watch for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports; ensure origin complies with WTO allocations if applicable