Heavy Cotton-Merino Wool Tweed Fabric from Japan
Woven tweed fabric composed of 55% cotton and 45% merino wool yarns in assorted colors, weighing 250 g/m². Classified under HTS 5212.24.10 for its cotton matrix with substantial fine animal hair, colored yarns, and heavyweight specification. Ideal for suiting and coats.
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 AATCC test methods for precise fiber blend analysis; discrepancies can trigger audits
• Declare average yarn number per US note formulas if challenged on cotton yarn metrics
• Avoid bulk packaging without selvage protection to prevent weave damage claims at entry