Bleached Combed Cotton-Merino Wool Serge

Serge weave heavy fabric (240 g/m²) with 42% merino wool and combed cotton, fully bleached. Classified in HTS 5212.22.10.20 for woven cotton with high wool content, combing, weight, and bleaching as defined. Common in military-style uniforms.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.42.25Lower: 27.8% vs 51.5%

If sewn into men's trousers

Garment completion shifts to Chapter 62 apparel heading for finished trousers.

5212Same rate: 51.5%

If unbleached and printed

Different color treatment (no bleach, printed) changes subheading within Chapter 52.

5112.11.60Higher: 60% vs 51.5%

If sold as upholstery set with wool dominant

Set presentation with >50% wool may classify under wool upholstery fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use official government cert for animal hair content to prevent disputes at entry

Measure breadth in cm for yarn number calc per US note if questioned on weave purity

Separate from sets; individual fabric rolls avoid parts/sets reclassification

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